Job Description
Manager, Events Organisation: Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IICCI) Position: Manager – Events Department: Events

Location:
Mumbai (Head Office) Reports to: CEO & SG Role Summary IICCI is looking for a dynamic, well-organised and results-driven Manager – Events to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of its annual events portfolio. The role covers end-to-end event operations, sponsorship generation, partner and stakeholder management, and close coordination with internal teams and regional offices. The aim is high-quality events that strengthen Indo-Italian business and cultural ties and generate measurable value for members, sponsors and partners.

Key Responsibilities
1. Event Planning & Execution
• Plan, coordinate and execute IICCI events in consultation with senior management, from concept and budgeting through on-site delivery and post-event evaluation.
• Maintain an annual events calendar with timelines, promotional activities, deliverables, owners and deadlines.
• Manage event logistics, including venues, speakers, delegations, travel and hospitality, protocol and on-site teams. 2. Flagship Events
• Lead end-to-end organisation of IICCI's flagship events in India: Italian Tech in India, Festa Italiana and the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
• Coordinate planning and execution of Namaste India, IICCI's flagship initiative in Italy, working with partners and stakeholders on both sides. 3. Sponsorship & Business Development
• Identify, pitch and secure sponsorships for IICCI events.
• Manage relationships with sponsors, exhibitors, participating companies and strategic partners.
• Develop sponsorship packages, participation fee structures, commercial proposals and agreements, in coordination with Finance and Legal/Compliance.
• Work with the Business Assistance and Membership teams to generate leads, convert event participants into members or clients, and increase event participation. 4. Marketing, Communication & PR




• Work with the Marketing & Communication team on event branding, promotional material and communication strategy.
• Coordinate invitations, announcements, campaigns and stakeholder communication, including bilingual (English/Italian) content where needed.
• Support media outreach, PR activity and event visibility initiatives.
• Ensure timely distribution of marketing material across all relevant channels. 5. Budget & Vendor Management
• Prepare event budgets and track expenses against them, in coordination with the Finance team.
• Select, negotiate with and manage vendors and service providers.
• Monitor sponsorship and registration revenue and report on the financial performance of each event. Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field (postgraduate qualification preferred).
• 5-8 years of proven experience in event planning and management, sponsorship development or corporate event operations.
• Demonstrated experience organising large-scale corporate events, business conferences, exhibitions, networking events or international delegations.
• Track record of securing sponsorships or managing commercial partnerships (preferred). Key Skills & Competencies
• Robust project management, organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple events at once.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong stakeholder-management skills.
• Budgeting and financial discipline.
• Proficiency in MS Office and event/CRM tools. Knowledge of Italian is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently and to work extended hours during events. Role Expectations The Manager – Events is expected to show ownership, initiative and professionalism, working collaboratively across departments and regional offices. The role requires a proactive self-starter who can manage multiple stakeholders, meet tight deadlines, spot business opportunities and contribute to the growth and visibility of IICCI's initiatives in India and Italy.

📌 Event Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 IICCI - The Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
📍 Mumbai