Event Manager | Part-time (50%)

Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley, a non-profit and purpose-driven association, is at the forefront of driving pioneering future-proof food systems through innovation and collaboration.

We are dedicated to shaping the sustainable future of food through an ecosystem approach, engaging all players in the value chain and beyond. As we continue to grow, we seek a passionate and dynamic Event Manager to join our team and play a key role in driving our mission forward.

• Organisational values: collaboration, commitment, courage, purposeful impact.

Position Overview:

Are you a creative and strategic thinker passionate about event planning and execution? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to work independently?

If so, we want you on our team!

As an Event Manager at Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley, you will have the opportunity to design, plan, and execute engaging and impactful events that bring together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from around the world.

Tasks

• Event management: Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of various events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, speaker opportunities and networking events. Take ownership of spotting opportunities for new event formats and then develop these formats into execution.
• Strategic thinking: Develop event strategies aligning with the organisation’s goals and objectives, ensuring each event contributes to our mission of strengthening Switzerland as a food nation to pioneer future-proof food systems collaboratively.
• Budget management: Manage event budgets, including cost estimation, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain relationships with partners, sponsors, speakers, and attendees to ensure successful event outcomes.
• Marketing communications: Collaborate with the team to promote events through various channels and maximise attendance.
• Marketing tools and merchandise: Ideate and execute innovative concepts and solutions.
• Logistics coordination: Handle logistics such as venue selection, catering, audio-visual equipment, and onsite management. Post-event evaluation: Conduct post-event analysis to assess each event’s success and identify improvement areas

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Event Manager or in a related role.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Creative thinking and a passion for creating memorable experiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align events with organisational goals.
• Budget management experience.
• Knowledge of and passion for the food and nutrition industry is a plus.

On your cover letter:

Tell us about an event that you think would strengthen our work in 2024. What would it focus on? Who would you invite to participate?

Benefits

• Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of the food and nutrition industry.
• Opportunity to work independently and make a significant impact on the food systems.
• Engage with industry leaders and innovators from around the world.
• Competitive compensation package and benefits.

If you are a passionate, independent thinker with strong strategic and planning skills who thrives in a collaborative, committed, courageous and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to apply for the Event Manager position at Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley.

Join us in creating healthier food systems to benefit people and the planet.

Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We look forward to receiving your application.