Job Description
Dutch Speaking Event Manager (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)
About the Role
I am seeking an experienced and highly organised Event Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of a key event over a 6-month period. This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple projects from conception to completion with confidence and creativity.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, manage, and execute a range of events, including conferences, corporate events, webinars, workshops, trade shows, and internal events.
- Develop event strategies, timelines, budget plans, and project documentation to ensure smooth delivery.
- Source and coordinate with vendors, venues, speakers, and suppliers, ensuring strong relationships and cost-effective decisions.
- Oversee event logistics, including registration, attendee management, AV requirements, catering, branding, signage, and on-site coordination.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Communications, and Leadership teams to align event objectives and messaging.
- Manage budgets, track expenses, and provide post-event reports on KPIs, ROI, attendance, and overall impact.
- Ensure all events meet brand standards, compliance requirements, and health & safety protocols.
- Lead on-site event management, including team coordination, troubleshooting, and ensuring a seamless attendee experience.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance attendee engagement, and implement event best practices.
Skills & Experience Required
- Bilingual Dutch & English
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in event management across multiple event types and scales.
- Proven track record in planning and delivering successful corporate or large-scale events.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and manage deadlines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Confidence in negotiating with vendors and managing budgets.
- Creative problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills, with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends based on event schedules.
