As a Program Manager, you will develop scopes, timelines, and budgets for various programs while coordinating with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Conference Program Manager
๐ Description
- Lead the development and delivery of conference and event programs, ensuring high-quality content and an engaging participant experience.
- Build and manage relationships with senior-level speakers, industry leaders, institutional representatives, and strategic partners.
- Develop compelling conference agendas by identifying key industry trends, market developments, and audience interests.
- Oversee speaker recruitment, engagement, preparation, and coordination throughout the event lifecycle.
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure program objectives align with broader business and commercial goals.
๐ ๏ธ Requirements
- Master's degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Business, Economics, International Relations, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the organization of international conferences, congresses, forums, or executive-level events.
- Proven experience working with both public-sector stakeholders (government institutions, agencies, associations) and private-sector organizations.
- Experience in conference program management, speaker coordination, and stakeholder engagement is a strong asset.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strategic problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.
- Knowledge of French is a strong asset.
- Additional languages are a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
โจ Benefits
- Profit-sharing bonus
- Bonus based on performance (up to 1,5 monthly salary)
- Remote work : 2 days/week
- Meal vouchers : 11โฌ / working day
- Learning opportunities in a dynamic team with an outstanding network of sector experts
- International work environment
- Intellectual challenges paired with work-life balance and limited travel
- Novaspace - Conference Program Manager
Full job description
Are you passionate about the Eventsโ sector? Do you want to expand your expertise and join an innovative and fast-changing industry?
Joining Novaspace means integrating an innovative and fast-growing international consulting group specialized in the space sector. Novaspace is currently seeking an Eventsโ project manager to contribute to its growth in the space industry.
We are currently seeking a Conference Program Manager to support the delivery of our flagship events.
About the position
Reporting to the Events Director, the Conference Program Manager will play a key role in conference content coordination, speaker management, program committee support and stakeholder engagement.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior representatives from government institutions, military organizations, space agencies, industry leaders, sponsors and international partners to ensure the successful delivery of high-level conferences and executive events within the global space and defense ecosystem.
Responsibilities include:
Professional qualifications & Experience
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Master's degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, Business, Economics, International Relations, or a related field.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in the organization of international conferences, congresses, forums, or executive-level events.
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Proven experience working with both public-sector stakeholders (government institutions, agencies, associations) and private-sector organizations.
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Experience in conference program management, speaker coordination, and stakeholder engagement is a strong asset.
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Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
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Strategic problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
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Languages
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Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory.
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Knowledge of French is a strong asset.
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Additional languages are a plus.
Soft-skills
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Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
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Highly organized, autonomous, and proactive.
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Adaptable, flexible, and capable of managing changing priorities.
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Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
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Team player with a collaborative mindset.
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Ability to work under pressure.
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Committed to delivering high-quality results and maintaining attention to detail.
Benefits
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