Activations Manager - Events

About The RoleWe are recruiting an Activations Manager to join a dedicated full-time delivery team for a major international multi-sport event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role sits within our client's event delivery function and runs from October to December 2026.You will lead the planning and delivery of fan, sponsor and brand activations across the event, including:Activation plans, layouts, content and operating schedulesCoordination of builders, suppliers, sponsors and rights holdersOn-site installation, daily operation and dismantleYou will work closely with the wider project team and report through the relevant manager, balancing creative delivery with tight build schedules, budgets and quality standards across a fast-paced, multi-venue environment.This is a senior, hands-on role. You will own the activation programme from plan to dismantle and be visible on site throughout delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesActivation PlanningDevelop the activation plan, including layouts, content and the operating scheduleAlign activation concepts with sponsor, rights holder and event requirementsSupplier & Stakeholder CoordinationCoordinate builders, suppliers, sponsors and rights holders throughout build and live operationAct as the main point of contact for activation-related queries across the project teamProgramme ControlManage activation budgets, timelines and quality on siteOversee installation, daily operation and dismantle of all activation areasRequirementsProven experience as an Activations Manager or in a similar roleExperience delivering fan zones or activations at major sports eventsInternational experience delivering sports events; multi-sport or major single-sport events count towards this requirementStrong supplier, budget and stakeholder management skillsAvailability for the full engagement period