Events Producer
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Geneva, London, New York, Nairobi, Johannesburg or Bangkok
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About this role
Purpose
Under the direction of the Head of Audience & Product, the Events Producer will lead the strategy and own the execution of The New Humanitarian (TNH) events programme to maximise organisational impact, deepen audience engagement, and explore revenue-generating opportunities.
Working relationships
Reporting to: Head of Audience and Product
Key Internal Collaborators: The Editorial, External Relations, Partnerships and Audience & Product teams
External Collaborators: Speakers, panellists, sponsors, tech vendors, venue providers, and humanitarian sector stakeholders
Main duties and responsibilities
Event Strategy and Impact
- Develop and implement a strategic events programme aligned with TNH’s, Theory of Change, Organisation Strategy, mission and impact objectives
- Identify and design events that elevate TNH’s journalism, amplify underrepresented voices, and engage decision-makers in the humanitarian sector
- Establish clear impact goals for each event and track outcomes
Event Production and Execution
- Plan and execute high-quality in-person and virtual events, including panel discussions, roundtables, webinars, and workshops
- Ensure seamless delivery of virtual events using online platforms and keep up to date with emerging event technologies
- Manage event logistics, coordination, production and execution from pre-planning through wrap up phases including but not limited to:
- Concept notes
- Venue bookings/Virtual Platform set up
- Food and Beverage
- Audience List Management including RSVP tracking and reporting
- Audio and visual
- Event data management and reporting
- Manage event budgets and coordinate timely payments and reconciliations with the Finance, Compliance & Administration Team
- Review and edit event materials, donor communications, and other professional documents
Revenue and Partnership Development
- Explore opportunities for generating revenue from TNH events through membership, ticketing, sponsorships, partnerships, and funding
- In collaboration with the External Relations team, identify potential sponsors and partners that align with TNH’s values and mission
- Ensure that revenue-generating activities maintain editorial independence and integrity
Audience and Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop event formats that respond to the interests and needs of TNH’s audience in the humanitarian sector
- Work with the team to promote events effectively and drive participation
- Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including humanitarian leaders, policymakers, and grassroots organisations, to strengthen TNH’s influence through events
Project Coordination and Cross-Team Collaboration
- Work closely with Editorial, Audience & Product, and Partnerships teams to integrate events with TNH’s journalism and digital products
- Evaluate event program effectiveness and analysis of audience data Conduct post-event evaluations, and provide insights reports to refine future events and enhance impact
Skills, Competencies and Experience Required
The role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of the humanitarian sector to identify and create events that will enable The New Humanitarian to meet its strategic objectives and mission:
- Strong understanding of humanitarian issues, trends, and key players in the sector
- Ability to execute high-quality in-person and virtual events, with technical proficiency in event production platforms and tools
- Ability to think strategically about events as a tool for impact and revenue generation
- Proficiency in virtual event platforms (Zoom, Restream, or similar) and technical troubleshooting
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple events simultaneously
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Creativity in designing compelling event formats that engage diverse audiences
- Experience in securing sponsorships, partnerships, or other funding for events is a plus
- Familiarity with media organisations, journalism, and editorial workflows is desirable