Evan Oavita
Manager
Boroko,NCD
Summary
Professional with experience in managing events, Skilled in event planning, vendor coordination, and budget management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable and resourceful, bringing creativity and organization to every project, program and event.
Successfully coordinated numerous high-profile events, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
Outgoing, hands-on professional bringing valuable relationship-building and customer skills, which have amassed a diversified network of service providers, ensuring optimal quality and results for successful client events.
Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Bring a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
1827
1827
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Day & Event Manager
PNG Hunters Rugby Football Club
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Developed event timelines and schedules, enhancing organization and efficiency of operations.
- Managed on-site operations during events, addressing issues promptly to maintain quality standards.
- Coordinate pre-game,in-game and post game activities to ensure seamless operations
- Oversee the setup and breakdown of facilities,including seating arrangements,singes and promotional materials
- Managing crowd, security, venue and sponsors and partners during game and non game days and events
- Serve as the main point of contact for game day staff and volunteers and providing direction and support
- Monitor inventory levels of game day supplies and equipment and coordinate
- Develop comprehensive event plans,budgets,timelines and logistical support for various events
- Liaise with with stakeholders,external partners and vendors to coordinate logistics,catering,entertainment and audio visual equipments
- Ensure that all events and operations align with brand objectives and community outreach programs
- Manage and trouble shooting and handling any unforeseen issues onsite and offsite execution of events,programs including staff supervision
- Conduct pre and post evaluations to assess event success and identify areas of improvement
- Serving as a primary contact between various internal departments,marketing,ticketing,operations,sales,football and coaching and player welfare
- Collaborate with external partners,sponsors and community organizations to enhance overall experience and event participation
- Represent the organisation at meetings,conferences and industry events and community engagments
- Manage and assit the playing group
Marketing & Operations Manager
Matahanai Media Production
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to for campaign processes.
- Meeting with Clients,Sponsor and Partners
- Collaboration and planning for projects
- Live production for events
- Managing the operations of staff and events
- Managing budgets and costs of projects
- Managing the logistics and the equipments
Communication and Media Manager
Leading Edge Limited
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and executed social media strategies to enhance brand visibility across platforms.
- Managed content calendars, ensuring timely delivery of multimedia assets for campaigns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align messaging and branding efforts effectively.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for content creation and audience engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with creative teams to produce engaging content tailored to target demographics.
- Maintained strong relationships with key industry stakeholders, fostering collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Managed company social media pages and increased social media presence, monitoring user engagement.
- Oversaw day-to-day management of multiple client accounts, ensuring seamless communication and timely delivery of projects.
- Developed content for press releases, websites and social media.
- Led community engagement initiatives, building loyal and active online community around brand.
- Fostered positive relationships with key business journalists in national and trade publications.
News Producer & Trainer
EMTV
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Produced engaging news segments by collaborating with reporters and editors to ensure timely broadcasts.
- Researched and verified information for news stories, enhancing accuracy and credibility of content.
- Coordinated with technical teams to manage live broadcasts and troubleshoot issues in real-time.
- Developed story ideas based on current events, audience interests, and viewer feedback to drive engagement.
- Conducting Training and Mentorship for Staff
- Managing the daily operation of News and production
Programs Producer and Presenter, Sports Producer & Commentator
Digicel TV ( TWAN )
12.2015 - 03.2019
- Developed production schedules to streamline project timelines and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Managed communication between stakeholders to facilitate feedback and maintain project momentum.
- Produce and Present content for programs
- Manage program and production budgets
- Engaging with various departments for better production of content
- Conducting live interviews
- Traveling and engaging with Clients,Sponsor and Partners
- Live and recorded Commentry of events
- Public announcing and Master of Ceremony
Accounts and Administration Officer
Clean Masters Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed administrative tasks to support daily operations and ensure efficiency.
- Implemented filing systems to improve document retrieval and organization processes.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory, ensuring availability for operational needs.
- Monitored compliance with company policies, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Aided colleagues, managers, and customers through regular communication and assistance.
- Contributed to office safety by enforcing workplace policies and following emergency procedures as needed.
- Managed team petty cash, purchase orders and account transactions.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
Senior Programs Broadcaster & Commentator
Kalang Advertising Ltd ( FM100 )
02.200 - 11.2015
- Developed engaging content for live broadcasts, enhancing viewer interaction and satisfaction.
- Conducted research on current events to ensure accurate and timely reporting during broadcasts.
- Operated audio and video equipment, ensuring high-quality production standards for each segment.
- Outside production,broadcast and Public announcing
- Sports Commentator and Commentry
- Collaborated with production team to plan and execute show formats, improving overall flow and audience engagement.
- Managing and providing training and mentorship
- Engaging with Clients,Sponsors and Partners to deliver desired outcomes for programs and services
Operations Coordinator
Travel PNG
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Coordinated travel logistics for groups, ensuring smooth transitions and timely arrivals.
- Assisted in developing itineraries based on client preferences and budget constraints.
- Managing daily operations of staff
- Providing support to Management and Clients
Education
Diploma - Sports Media
Maea Business Collage
Port Moresby12.2000
Certificate - Accounting
Maea Business Collage
Port Moesby12.1999
Certificate - Business Computing And Management
Maea Business Collage
Port Moresby12.1999
Skills
- Basic Accounting
- Administration
- Computing
- Media and Communication
- Sports Management
- Operation Management
- Event Coordination and Management
- Public Speaking and Mentoring
- Team leadership and supervision
- Schedule management
- Client meetings and Presentations
- On-site execution
Accomplishments
- Sold more than [Number] wedding and special events in [Year].
References
- Scott, Barker, CEO of PNG Hunters RFC, scott@pnghunters.com, 7213 5654, PNG Hunters RFC
- Allan, Dodds, Branch Manager of PNG Motors, pomsales@pngmotors.com.pg, 7577 3078, PNG Motors
- Lee, Pokarop, Managing Director of LEL Group, lee.pokarop@lelpng.com, 7601 5962, LEL Group
- Mark Mom, NRL PNG Program Lead, mmom@nrl.com.au, +61 459864 650, NRL in PNG
Hobbies
Reading, Fishing, Cooking, Playing Sports, Watching Television and Listening to music, Volunteering activities
Timeline
Game Day & Event Manager
PNG Hunters Rugby Football Club
01.2024 - 01.2026
Marketing & Operations Manager
Matahanai Media Production
01.2023 - 12.2024
Communication and Media Manager
Leading Edge Limited
01.2022 - 01.2023
News Producer & Trainer
EMTV
01.2021 - 11.2022
Programs Producer and Presenter, Sports Producer & Commentator
Digicel TV ( TWAN )
12.2015 - 03.2019
Accounts and Administration Officer
Clean Masters Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015
Operations Coordinator
Travel PNG
01.2012 - 12.2014
Diploma - Sports Media
Maea Business Collage
Certificate - Accounting
Maea Business Collage
Certificate - Business Computing And Management
Maea Business Collage
Senior Programs Broadcaster & Commentator
Kalang Advertising Ltd ( FM100 )
02.200 - 11.2015