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Event Assistant

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This job is all about helping make events unforgettable! You might like this job because you'll assist in planning, manage on-site operations, engage with guests, and work with a fun team to pull everything together. Exciting work ahead!

RM 3500 - RM 4500

Jalan Sultan , Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

  Event Coordination & Preparation

  • Assist the Events Executive/Manager in planning event layouts, schedules, checklists, and resource requirements.
  • Prepare event materials, props, merchandise, registration kits, and equipment.
  • Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure timely setup and delivery.
  • Conduct inspections within our site to verify cleanliness, safety, and readiness for guests.

On-Ground Event Operations

  • Manage registration counters, ushering, crowd flow, booth operations, and guest assistance.
  • Ensure all event activities follow the planned timeline and coordinate with team members to execute transitions smoothly.
  • Troubleshoot operational issues immediately and escalate when necessary.
  • Oversee adherence to safety and compliance standards throughout the event.

Commanding an Audience & Public Instruction Delivery

  • Confidently address groups of participants, visitors, or staff using clear verbal instructions.
  • Conduct announcements, briefings, or demonstrations as needed for activities, games, workshops, or event flow.
  • Maintain strong stage presence and the ability to capture attention in both small and large group settings.
  • Communicate calmly and effectively during urgent situations, ensuring the audience receives accurate and timely instructions.
  • Adapt tone and communication style based on audience type (e.g., corporate guests, families, children, VIPs).

Customer Service & Guest Engagement

  • Provide friendly, professional assistance to guests, exhibitors, partners, and VIP attendees.
  • Resolve guest queries and issues with a service-minded approach.
  • Support event engagement activities such as games, demonstrations, product explanations, or guided experiences.
  • Collect feedback from participants when required.

  

Administrative & Logistical Support

  • Maintain inventory of event supplies and equipment; ensure proper storage and usage.
  • Record attendance, participation data, and other required metrics.
  • Assist in preparing post-event reports, photo logs, and documentation.
  • Handle minor administrative tasks such as paperwork, vendor forms, payment processing support, and internal coordination.

Team Collaboration & Support

  • Work closely with the event team, contractors, part-timers, and volunteers to ensure efficient operations.
  • Provide leadership if overseeing small segments of an event or supervising temporary staff.
  • Participate in team briefings, rehearsals, and debrief sessions.

Job Requirements

 Core Skills

  • Strong verbal communication with the ability to command attention, give clear instructions, and engage an audience.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Positive attitude, high teamwork orientation, and willingness to be hands-on.
  • Able to work under pressure and adapt quickly in fast-paced environments.

Technical & Professional Skills

  • Basic knowledge of event operations and logistics.
  • Experience with PA systems, microphones, and simple AV setups (an advantage).
  • Familiarity with simple registration systems, event apps, or digital check-in tools (preferred).

Personal Attributes

  • Confident, well-spoken, and comfortable addressing groups of various sizes.
  • Professional appearance and conduct.
  • Energetic, proactive, and customer-oriented.
  • Able to stand, move, and perform physical setups for extended periods.

    Other Requirements

  • Able to work weekends, public holidays, or extended hours during event days.
  • Possesses own transport (optional, depending on organization needs).


Skills

Interpersonal Communications
Problem Solving
Self-Discipline
Quick Learning
Teamwork

Company Benefits

Medical

Medical claims for GP

Group Medical Insurance

Group medical insurance coverage

Meal allowance

Meal allowance

Over time

Frontline staff worked more than standard working hours is consider over time claims


Additional Info

Company Activity

Last active - few minutes ago

Career Level

Senior Executive

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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