Job opportunities at AFSIA

Region: East Africa

Country: Rwanda

Company: AFSIA

Experience: 3+

Deadline: 15 September 2025.

Job Title: Events Associate
Reports to: Events Manager

AFSIA is the reference association for solar professionals in Africa. The association is headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda and carries out solar-related activities and programs across Africa.

AFSIA organizes networking opportunities for solar professionals and gives them access to the right information and the right network to expand their business and strengthen the solar industry across the continent.

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Job Summary:
The Events Associate will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of events, ensuring smooth operations from preparation to post-event evaluation. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Event Planning & Coordination
   • Support the Event Manager in developing event timelines, budgets, and checklists
   • Assist the Event Manager in developing event strategies
2. Travel Logistics
   • Coordinate visa applications
   • Arrange flight bookings
   • Organize accommodation for staff
3. Marketing & Promotion
   • Assist in creating promotional materials and event content
   • Support social media and email marketing campaigns for events
   • Collaborate with the communications team to ensure consistent branding
4. Registration Management
   • Manage attendee registrations and maintain accurate participant databases
5. Post-Event Activities
   • Assist in preparing event reports and conducting data analysis
   • Gather and organize feedback from attendees
   • Help prepare post-event presentations and impact reports

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Events Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• At least 3 years of experience in event planning, coordination, or project management
• Fluent in English and minimum fluent in French (both written and spoken)
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with event management software is an asset

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented and proactive
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Creative problem-solver with a positive attitude
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines

Please send your CV and motivation letter at [email protected] by 15 September 2025.