Convenings Programme Manager (Consultancy) for the Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM) Foundation
The Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM) Foundation is seeking an experienced Convenings Programme Manager (Consultancy) to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of its flagship convening. This part-time consultancy (80% varying throughout contract period), starting as soon as possible, runs through December 22, 2025, with remote work and international travel as required.
The Event Manager will play a key role in ensuring the success of high-level events such as the Berlin Climate Mobility Forum, the Climate Mobility Summit at UNGA High-Level Week, and the Climate Mobility Pavilion at COP, among other strategic engagements.
Application Deadline: 6 April 2025
Terms of Reference: https://bit.ly/ConveningsProgrammeManagerToRs
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop event work plans, budgets, and timelines.
- Coordinate with vendors, venues, and service providers.
- Recruit, train, and oversee event volunteers and staff.
- Manage on-site event execution, ensuring seamless operations.
- Collaborate with GCCM leadership and program teams to align events with strategic goals.
- Provide post-event reporting and impact assessments.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in event management, preferably in international conferences, policy forums or high-level government engagements.
- Strong expertise in overseeing logistics, vendor negotiations, and event execution.
- Experience working with multilateral organizations, governments, or NGOs is an asset.
- Excellent project management and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.