Field Operations Supervisor (Events & Activations) – Field Based (3+ Years)
Location: Nairobi,
Kenya (Mostly field-based; includes event sites and occasional travel)
Employment
Type: Full-time
About Us
Red
Giant Media Agency delivers high-impact BTL activations and event experiences
for leading brands across Kenya.
Role Overview
We are hiring a Field Operations Supervisor to support end-to-end execution of events and activations. This is a hands-on, field-based role responsible for supervising casuals/crew, coordinating logistics and set-up, and solving on-ground issues to ensure smooth delivery. The role will also support budgeting/costing by advising the Client Service team during proposal planning and execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate casuals and field teams during set-ups,
activations, and event days.
- Support hands-on event work (set-up, installation, branding,
logistics coordination, breakdown).
- Oversee event execution end-to-end: pre-event preparation, on-ground
delivery, and post-event wrap-up.
- Support budgeting and costing: advise on realistic field costs
(labour/casuals, transport, materials, timelines) for proposals and
execution.
- Coordinate movement, issuance, and return of event
materials/equipment; ensure accountability and proper handling.
- Ensure quality control, safety, and adherence to timelines, brand
guidelines, and site requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve on-ground/site issues quickly; escalate
when necessary.
- Provide field updates and post-event reports (photos, notes, issues,
recommendations).
Non-Negotiable Must-Have
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in events/BTL
activations/field operations execution.
- Proven experience supervising casuals/crew and
managing on-ground teams during set-up and event days.
- Strong on-ground problem-solving and decision-making skills under
pressure.
- Comfortable with field work, early call times, and event schedules.
- Ability to support budgeting/costing for event operations (labour,
logistics, materials).
Nice to Have
- Experience working in an agency (BTL/experiential/events)
environment.
- Ability to compile simple costings and field reports using
Excel/Google Sheets.
- Vendor coordination experience (fabrication, printing, transport,
rigging, AV, etc.).
- Valid driving licence (if applicable to your operations).
How to Apply
