About the Role & Team

The Events Specialist, Data Governance  will be responsible for managing and analyzing event-related data, maintaining high-quality databases, and supporting strategic event planning through research and insights. This role plays a critical part in understanding attendee behavior, identifying key IT decision-makers across the META region, and supporting the development of high-impact, insight-led events through data-driven recommendations, including speaker identification.

What You’ll Do

• Own and maintain accurate databases of event attendees, registrants, sponsors, speakers, and partners
• Build and manage structured event databases, trackers, and CRM records
• Ensure data accuracy through regular cleansing, validation, de-duplication, and enrichment
• Maintain alignment between event platforms, CRM systems, and internal databases
• Analyze registration, attendance, and engagement data to deliver post-event insights and performance breakdowns
• Develop reports and dashboards to support event evaluation and planning
• Identify trends and opportunities in attendee data to inform future event strategy
• Conduct ongoing research on IT decision-makers across the META region to support audience targeting and segmentation
• Research, recommend, and maintain a pipeline of relevant speakers based on data insights and market relevance
• Support event, sales, and marketing teams with data-driven insights and ad-hoc analysis
• Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and internal policies

What You Bring

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, dashboards)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Hands-on experience with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce or similar)
• Ability to manage large datasets and translate data into actionable insights

• Knowledge of data visualization tools
• Understanding of B2B technology events and audiences
• Familiarity with GDPR and data privacy principles

• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and research-driven
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Strong communicator, comfortable presenting insights 

Why This Role Stands Out
At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.

What We Offer 

• What We Offer 

   

  • A permanent, full-time position with a remote working module
  • A benefit package to complete your salary
  • Individualized Culture: An environment where you can explore new areas outside your specialty and stay engaged with work you enjoy.
  • A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm, where initiative leading to results is rewarded

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify. 

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