Events & Partnerships Coordinator

About Gymnation

The Role

Event Delivery & Execution

• Create a calendar of member-focused events, activations and experiences across all UAE locations.
• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of all UAE events.
• Manage timelines, logistics, suppliers, permits, staffing, budgets and operational requirements.
• Deliver a mix of in-gym and external events, including member parties, fitness challenges, competitions, community workouts, brand activations and launch events.
• Ensure every event is delivered to a high standard and creates a memorable member experience.
• Continuously innovate and introduce new event concepts that generate buzz, drive participation and enhance brand perception.

Partnerships & Community Development

• Build and manage a network of strategic brand, fitness and community partners across the UAE.
• Identify opportunities for collaborations that increase GymNation's reach, add value for members and drive commercial outcomes.
• Negotiate partnership agreements, sponsorship opportunities and activation plans.
• Act as a key ambassador for GymNation within the UAE fitness and wellness community.

Marketing & Content Collaboration

• Work closely with the marketing team to maximise attendance, engagement and social reach for all events.
• Develop event concepts that create strong content opportunities across social media, PR and influencer channels.
• Support campaigns designed to drive member acquisition, retention and advocacy.
• Help create moments that members want to share both online and offline.

Budget & Performance Management

• Manage the UAE events and partnerships budget effectively.
• Track attendance, engagement, lead generation, partnership value and event ROI.
• Provide regular reporting and recommendations to optimise future activities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 2+ years' experience in events, partnerships, community marketing or experiential marketing.
• Proven track record of planning and delivering successful events at scale.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to identify partnership opportunities and measure success.
• Passion for fitness, health, wellness and community building.

Personal Attributes

• Creative thinker with a disruptive mindset and a willingness to challenge convention.
• Energetic, proactive and solutions-focused.
• Hands-on operator who thrives under pressure.
• Highly organised project manager with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confident working independently while collaborating across multiple teams.
• Obsessed with creating memorable experiences and building engaged communities.
• Why GymNation?
• Certified as a Great Place to Work™, from the results of an all GymNation staff survey.
• You will get the creative freedom and space to put your ideas into practice.
• We offer an unmatched platform for Learning and Development - Courses, seminars, workshops... however you want to grow, we will provide you with the opportunities to learn and expand your skillset.
• Opportunity to be part of The Middle East's fastest growing fitness company - We are changing the game, and we want you to jump onboard!
• We work hard... and play hard! Not many offices have a pool table, dart board, and a Playstation 5 in them.. GymNation does! From unmatched team parties, to office workouts, there aren't many companies that do it like GymNation.
• If this sounds like you (or someone you know) then we want to hear from you so, please apply now and our HR team will be in touch with shortlisted candidates.
• We look forward to your application