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Sarah A.SA

Sarah A.

Project and Events Manager

$500/day
Dubai, AE
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Sarah

As a project and events coordinator with over 10 years of experience working with international and multi-cultural organizations, I support the seamless execution of projects from inception to completion, and organize meetings, workshops, seminars and conferences in various formats (online, hybrid or in-person).

I am a seasoned professional with a dynamic blend of organizational prowess, creativity, and exceptional communication skills. I have a keen eye for details and problem-solving, to ensure every aspect of your event or project runs seamlessly.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • French

    Conversational

Can work on-site
Dubai (up to 50km)

Experience

  • On Location
    Event Manager
    ENTERTAINMENT AND LEISURE
    June 2024 - August 2024 (2 months)
    Paris, France
    • Managed multiple teams across various sport venues, coordinating guest arrivals and access to hospitality sites during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

    • Supervised site operations, ensuring efficient guest flow, compliance with access protocols, and adherence to safety procedures.
    • Coordinated teams of 5 to 10+, providing clear guidance and maintaining smooth, efficient workflows.
    Team management Community management event manager Communication slack
  • OECD
    Programme Coordinator
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    September 2022 - October 2023 (1 year and 1 month)
    Paris, France
    Coordinated logistics and administrative preparation for 10+ SWAC events by organizing schedules, resources, and operations, ensuring smooth execution and strategic departmental support.

    Reviewed and improved administrative processes by assessing workflows, boosting efficiency and procedure quality.

    Optimized vendor relations for 30+ providers by managing contracts, payments, and coordination with Finance and HR, strengthening service reliability and consistency.

    Successfully organized the 38th annual meeting of the Food Crisis Prevention
    Network (RPCA), a hybrid conference in Lomé, Togo, collaborating with stakeholders.
    Project Management event manager SAP CRM Communication Community management
  • OECD
    Project Coordinator
    PUBLIC SECTOR
    September 2021 - September 2022 (1 year)
    Paris, France
    • Coordinated 20+ Global Forum training seminars and projects by managing logistics and communication, ensuring smooth operations and high stakeholder satisfaction.

    • Facilitated large Zoom seminars with 600+ participants by providing real-time technical support, ensuring seamless delivery.
    • Trained tax administrators on Zoom use by delivering hands-on guidance, enhancing engagement and confidence.

    • Organized a high-profile hybrid conference in Nairobi, Kenya, with 300+ attendees in 4 months by overseeing planning, logistics, and stakeholder coordination, achieving operational excellence and high satisfaction.
    event manager Communication Training Database administration Administrative and Financial Manager

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Education

  • Masters
    Arcadia University/ American Graduate School (AGS)
    2012
    Masters in International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Bachelors
    American University of Paris
    2006
    BA in International Economics

Certifications

  • Data Analysis
    Cornell University
    2019

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