Event planner jobs in Nepal: weddings, conferences and how to break in
What event planners and coordinators do for hotels, venues and agencies in Nepal, the skills that matter, how to start with no experience and how planners grow.
3 October 20263 min read
Event planners organise weddings, receptions, conferences, launches and parties so they run on time and on budget. Hotels and banquet halls hire them in sales and banquet teams, and event management companies hire coordinators for corporate and private events. Wedding seasons and conference seasons keep them busy.
What does an event planner do?
Meets clients and understands the event, guest numbers and budget.
Prepares quotations and the event plan.
Books the venue, food, decoration, sound, lights and photography.
Writes a timeline and makes sure every supplier follows it.
Runs the event on the day and solves problems quietly.
Collects payments and feedback afterwards.
Skills employers look for
Organisation. You track dozens of details at once.
Communication with clients and suppliers, in Nepali and English.
Negotiation and budgeting.
Calm under pressure, especially on the day.
Basic computer skills for quotations, schedules and messages.
A bachelor's in hotel management, business or a related subject helps.
How to start with no experience
Volunteer to help at college programmes, weddings and community events.
Apply as an event assistant, banquet coordinator or sales assistant at a hotel.