Employee Events Coordinator (Engagement Events) - 12 months contract, Bangkok based
About Agoda
Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with more than 3.6 million accommodations globally. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 6,000+ employees representing 90+ nationalities foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.
Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel
We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.We are a skillful, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.
Get to Know our Team:
The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family.
The Opportunity:
You will be part of the Workplace Experience Team, a dynamic team to dedicated to making life at Agoda outstanding. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a diverse range of people focused projects. These include but are not limited to; initiatives that foster a collaborative culture in this new hybrid world, organizing events that celebrate our culture & diversity plus deliver future workplace experience needs through new and exciting innovations in employee experience. You will serve a pivotal role in enriching Agodan’s experience at work, boosting engagement and productivity.
In this Role, you’ll get to:
- Collaborate with the internal events team to understand event requirements and confirm all necessary details
- Coordinate and manage multiple team events, ensuring seamless communication and coordination between managers and vendors
- Act as a liaison with vendors and oversee event planning activities
- Provide on-site coordination and support during events, ensuring smooth execution and troubleshooting any logistical issues that may arise
- Assist with processing payments related to event expenses
- Support our team with other areas as needed, leveraging your skills and expertise as the event coordination process becomes more efficient.
What you’ll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in any field
- 6 months to 1 year of experience in vendor management, event coordination, project coordination, customer service, receptionist roles, or related positions
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
- Positive and resilient attitude, able to handle challenges and work well under pressure.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to find creative solutions to unexpected situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
- Flexibility and availability to work outside regular business hours, including occasional weekends.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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