Event & Personal Operations Assistant

  • Strategy-Planning, Other
  • Full time
  • North West
  • 06/09/2025
  • Featured

Job Overview

Date Posted:
Posted 06/09/2025
Experience:
Entry Level
Salary:
TTD Undisclosed
Location:
North West
Expiration date:
06/24/2025
Job Title: Event & Personal Operations Assistant

Location: North/West Trinidad (Port of Spain, Carenage, Barataria, East-West Corridor)
 
About the Role:
Step into the exciting world of one of Trinidad and Tobago’s premier event firms as a Personal Assistant/Assistant Coordinator and take on the challenge of a fast-paced, high-pressure environment where no two days are alike. This isn’t an easy ride – but it’s your chance to sharpen your multitasking, budget preparation, client management, and project coordination skills, while being part of something extraordinary.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Create competitive proposals and event budgets for clients.
  • Source vendor quotes and manage negotiations.
  • Update social media with event content (Facebook, Instagram).
  • Track inventory and generate reports.
  • Build and maintain positive client relationships.
  • Assist the Managing Director with both professional and personal tasks.
  • Handle payments, cross-check bank statements, and report on financials.
  • Seek new business opportunities to support company growth.
 
Requirements:
Candidates applying MUST have the following criteria to be considered 
  • Own a vehicle and have reliable transportation.
  • Reside in North/West Trinidad (POS, Carenage, Barataria, or East-West Corridor up to San Juan).
  • Proficient in social media (Instagram, Facebook).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); additional skills in Keynote/PowerPoint are a plus.
  • Ability to work late hours or weekends when required.
 
Knowledge & Skills: 
  • 5 CXC/CSEC passes, including Math and English.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • A team player with a “can-do” attitude.
  • Project Management certification is a plus.
 
Working Hours: 
  • 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with flexibility for after-hours and weekend work for events.
 
Additional Benefits (Nice to Have): 
  • CAD certification
  • Knowledge of social media ad purchasing
  • Project Management certification
 
Event experience is not mandatory – being ambitious is.
Candidates applying MUST have the following criteria to be considered 
  • Own a vehicle and have reliable transportation.
  • Reside in North/West Trinidad (POS, Carenage, Barataria, or East-West Corridor up to San Juan).
  • Proficient in social media (Instagram, Facebook).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); additional skills in Keynote/PowerPoint are a plus.
  • Ability to work late hours or weekends when required.
Knowledge & Skills: 
  • 5 CXC/CSEC passes, including Math and English.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • A team player with a “can-do” attitude.
  • Project Management certification is a plus.