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Coordinator, Events Operations (Banquets)
Join Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Sri Lanka's largest hotel chain, with a portfolio of 17 hotels and resorts in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, including the iconic US$1.4 Billion Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka. As a member of John Keells Holdings PLC, one of Sri Lanka's largest listed conglomerates, we offer inspiring career opportunities.
Role Overview
As a Coordinator, Events Operations, you will play a key administrative role in supporting the planning and coordination of events by managing documentation, coordinating internal communications, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring all event requirements are effectively communicated and followed up across relevant departments.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide administrative and coordination support for the planning and execution of events.
- Prepare and maintain event documentation, function sheets, schedules, and related records.
- Coordinate with internal departments to communicate event requirements, updates, and changes.
- Assist in tracking event arrangements, deadlines, confirmations, and operational requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of event details, client requirements, and departmental follow-ups.
- Support the Events team with reports, correspondence, meeting arrangements, and other administrative tasks.
- Follow up with relevant teams to ensure event requirements are communicated and completed within agreed timelines.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Diploma or relevant educational qualification in Hospitality, Events Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Previous administrative, coordination, or hospitality experience will be an advantage.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across departments.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, reliable, and professional with a strong team-oriented approach.