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Specialist, Event Management

WEFGeneva, SwitzerlandRemote
Category | Grade:ProfessionalEst. deadline:~ 14 Aug 2026Job ID:R4041Posted on:15 Jul 2026
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Overview

The specialist will coordinate and execute Forum event operations, logistics and onsite delivery, working with internal teams, suppliers and partners to ensure readiness and consistent event services.

Department: Global Programming Group, Event Management Team

Languages

Required: English

Desired: French, German

Job Functions

  1. Operations and General Management
  2. Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain

Minimum Experience

3 years

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate event operations and logistics with internal and external counterparts
  • Coordinate session logistics, venue requirements, catering, interpretation and updates in the Forum's internal platform
  • Manage participant, staff, transportation, attendant and freight logistics for events
  • Support operational coordination from planning through onsite execution by managing timelines, requirements and service providers
  • Build working relationships with internal teams, suppliers, local authorities and external partners
  • Coordinate procurement and contracting activities related to event services
  • Contribute to post-event debriefs, operational reviews and continuous improvement

Requirements

  • University degree in business, communications, hospitality, event management, logistics, operations management or another relevant field
  • At least three years of professional experience in operations, logistics, event operations or related fields
  • Experience coordinating operational or logistics workstreams with suppliers and service providers
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Fluency in English

Skills

Event OperationsEvent LogisticsVenue CoordinationSupplier ManagementProcurement CoordinationStakeholder ManagementOperational PlanningContinuous Improvement

Tools

Microsoft OfficeSalesforceProject Management Tools

Additional info

  • Role requires onsite work three days per week under company policy
  • No fixed closing date published; deadline is an estimated refresh window