owner

Role Description The Owner role is a full-time, on-site position based in Lagos, responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and daily operations of the technology conference. The person in this role will plan and coordinate events, manage budgets, and ensure that each conference meets quality standards and delivers value to attendees. Day-to-day tasks include building and maintaining relationships with speakers, sponsors, and partners, supervising marketing and communications, and guiding the program agenda to align with current software development topics. The Owner will also lead a small team or collaborate with volunteers, handle key decisions related to logistics and venue management, and ensure that the conference remains non-recruitment-focused and community-driven. This role involves continuous monitoring of attendee feedback and industry trends to improve future events.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in event management, conference organization, or community leadership, preferably in the technology or software development sector.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, including planning timelines, managing budgets, and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build partnerships with speakers, sponsors, venues, and attendees.
• Familiarity with software development trends and the tech industry to curate relevant content and topics for events.
• Proven leadership skills, including team coordination, decision-making, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working on-site in Lagos and managing local logistics, vendors, and operational requirements.
• Experience with basic marketing and audience engagement strategies, including social media, email campaigns, or community outreach.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, event management, communications, or a related field is beneficial.

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