Global Events and Conferences Manager Re-advertised
Center for International Forestry Research
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Nairobi, Kenya
Posted on Sep 25, 2025
- Source and implement a digital events platform for all CIFOR-ICRAF digital and hybrid events.
- Develop and execute full communications plans for each event, including briefs, editorial agenda, run-of-show, speaking notes and leading on the communications strategy.
- Liaise with CIFOR-ICRAF scientists to prepare and to assist in drafting concept notes related to CIFOR-ICRAF campaigns, events, online initiatives including events of global significance, Global Landscapes Forum events and regional and thematic events.
- Provide full events planning, implementation, reports, and logistical service to CIFOR-ICRAF’s themes and regions and prepare event reports and lessons learnt for knowledge management.
- Build a global events program.
- Manage and report on events budgets.
- Hire and manage event subcontractors.
- Manage consultants and staff involved in CIFOR-ICRAF’s global events and ensure effective coordination with scientists and the Communications, Outreach and Engagement unit.
- Serve as a focal point, develop, and manage relationships with stakeholders and partners and organizations related to conferences.
- Manage the preparation and execution of all conference contracts.
- Coordinate the CIFOR-ICRAF’s Events Management System, events webpage and events calendar and conduct research to build a more comprehensive event portfolio for the institution to maximize its impact and influence in the agriculture and forestry sectors, and beyond.
- Work closely with fellow CIFOR-ICRAF COE team members
