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Event Operations Intern

Job Title: Event Operations Intern
Duration: 6 Months
Reports To: Events and Partnership Lead
Level: Entry Level
Location: Lagos, hybrid, with in-person work as needed (Nigeria)
Job Type: Full-Time

About Communiqué

Communiqué is a media and intelligence company that produces high-quality data, insights, and stories about Africa's media and creative economy, an ecosystem that has historically grown with very little structured information to guide investors and operators. Through our media, research and advisory, and events pillars, we help the decision-makers building this industry see clearly and act with confidence.

About the Role

The Event Operations Intern will support planning, coordinating, and executing Communiqué’s events, including IRL events, report launches, workshops, community mixers, and other company-led activities.

The intern will work closely with the Event and Partnership Lead to coordinate event logistics, maintain records, track timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure that event-related tasks are completed efficiently.

This role suits an organised, proactive, detail-oriented individual interested in event management, operations, and project coordination, and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Event Planning and Coordination: Support the planning and coordination of Communiqué events, including preparing timelines, checklists, and task lists.
- Logistics Management: Assist with venue arrangements, vendor coordination, event materials, and other logistical requirements.
- Stakeholder Communication: Support communication with speakers, partners, vendors, and attendees before and during events.
- Task Tracking: Monitor assigned tasks and deadlines, follow up on outstanding items, and flag potential delays to the Events and Partnerships Lead.
- Event-Day Support: Assist with registration, guest management, setup, and other activities required to ensure events run smoothly.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain event-related documents, track expenses as needed, and assist with post-event reports and follow-up.
- General Support: Provide administrative and coordination support for event-related activities as needed.

Who you are

- Recently completed a degree or programme in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience or demonstrated interest may also be considered.

- Strong organisational and administrative skills.

- Good written and verbal communication skills.

- Proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Calendar.

- Familiarity with project management tools such as Trello, Asana, or Notion is an advantage.

- Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks and follow instructions.

- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

- A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

- Willingness to support in-person events and work flexible hours when required.

Compensation & Benefits

Stipend: ₦200,000/month

- Flexible working arrangements

- Internet subscription up to N20,000 per month

Tell us about yourself

How did you hear about this job?

Tell us briefly about yourself and any experience you have coordinating events, projects, or activities.

Communiqué is hosting an event in two weeks, and several tasks remain outstanding, including confirming the venue, coordinating speakers, and registering attendees. How would you organise and prioritise these tasks?

A vendor cancels the day before an event, leaving an important logistical need unresolved. What would you do?

Why are you interested in this role, and what skills or qualities would make you a good fit for it?

Tell us about a time you had to manage multiple tasks or meet a tight deadline. How did you organise yourself, and what was the outcome?

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