ISEAL is looking for an experienced events professional to manage a range of in person and virtual events for its global stakeholder base. This is an exciting role for someone with a strong track record in organising events of differing sizes for in-person, online, and hybrid audiences, and who is interested in sustainability.
Events are a vital part of ISEAL’s work to communicate with, influence, and engage our key stakeholder groups, including policy makers, multilateral organisations, donors, companies, NGOs, producers, and, of course, ISEAL’s own members. To support these aims, ISEAL hosts at least one major public forum, conference or symposium each year. In 2026, this will be a Global Sustainability Symposium and will take place in Accra, Ghana in June with around 200-300 participants. Additionally, ISEAL organises Members´ Week, an annual multi-day event for ISEAL Community Members that typically attracts 60-100 participants per day.
With support from the Events Coordinator, the Associate Manager will be responsible for all aspects of event management for the events described above. The role will also work closely with ISEAL programme teams and senior colleagues to coordinate the development of event agendas, content and sessions.
In addition, ISEAL’s events programme includes a range of smaller workshops and roundtables, both in Europe and in other locations, including China, India, Ghana, Indonesia, and Latin America. ISEAL also runs a busy webinar programme. The Associate Manager will work with senior colleagues to agree the level of support given by the Events Team to each of these smaller events/event series. While the Events Team is not expected to directly organise every event, the Associate Manager will also maintain and develop event planning resources, and guidance to support the organisation to consistently deliver high-quality events.
To succeed in this role, you will have significant existing experience in organising events, ideally including international events for high-profile audiences. Given the range of international events, you will also have a sensitive approach to cultural diversity and, ideally, some additional language skills. This role is responsible for line managing the Events Coordinator.
Manage the production and delivery of in person and virtual events, with a particular focus on sustainable event delivery
Implement project management processes to deliver on events, including developing work-back plans and RACI charts, organising and chairing planning meetings, and leading on internal communications
Lead supplier selection for in person events, collating requirements, researching venues, completing contracting with venue and major suppliers, and communicating event needs to all suppliers
Coordinate promotion and outreach for events, working closely with the Communications and Membership teams to promote events across all relevant channels
Oversee registration for events, setting up and monitoring relevant systems & provide internal updates
Collaborate with senior and programme staff to develop event agendas and content, organising and chairing content meetings, drawing up session schedules and ensuring logistical requirements are met
Prepare written event materials and other collateral, including web copy, programmes, invitations and participant communications, feedback surveys, travel reimbursement policies and other documents
Provide excellent customer service to attendees, speakers, and staff involved with events, acting as an advocate for attendee experience
Deliver internal briefings for staff in the lead up to events and create staffing plans to ensure smooth delivery on the day
Carry out risk assessments and lead on contingency planning for events
Track budgets, liaising with budget holders and coordinating with ISEAL finance team about invoicing and reimbursement
Manage events follow-up such as feedback survey analysis, preparation of post-event materials and reports, and internal evaluation meetings/surveys
Monitor and report on the environmental impact of events, including waste and GHG emissions, using these learnings to improve event sustainability wherever possible
Contribute to developing the annual event schedule, including making recommendations based on the event team’s capacity and referring to ISEAL’s strategic objectives
Maintain and develop event planning guidance, templates, tools, systems, and other resources
Support the Events & Engagement Manager to maintain and develop event-related policies, including the Event Code of Conduct and the Event Sustainability Policy
Organise data and maintain relevant mailing lists, including updating contact and attendance records
Maintain an updated list of venue choices that have high sustainability credentials in key cities where ISEAL may wish to hold small and large events
Line manage Events Coordinator, and oversee their development and growth, identifying appropriate learning and development opportunities
Supervise contributions of other assistants and coordinators to event planning and delivery
Participate actively in team and organisational planning and activities
Participate in internal staff management processes such as performance reviews, supervisory meetings
Be a collaborative and effective team member, liaising with colleagues at all levels across organisation
Track record of working on large in-person professional events, ideally in an international setting
Strong interest, and ideally experience, in delivering sustainable or “green” meetings and events
Strong project management skills, with an ability to comfortably juggle a number of different deliverables and deadlines at any given time
Strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with others (via e-mail, Teams, phone and in person)
Self-motivated and able to work independently to high standards, with attention to detail
Capable of taking initiative to take action and solve problems within an agreed scope
Ability to communicate and work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fully remote, international environment, including regular international time-zone calls
Experience in line management, able to delegate effectively and develop direct reports
Ability to work confidently and sensitively with a diverse global community
Confidence in using IT systems, familiarity with virtual meeting tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom), and proficiency in MS Office. Experience with running webinars and online events.
Comfortable with some flexibility in working hours (specifically in 3-4 weeks leading up to major events)
Interest in sustainability issues or in convening people around sustainability issues
Experience organising international events and/or large hybrid events
Experience working or interning in an international NGO/ membership organisation
Working knowledge of other languages (e.g. French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)
Term: This is an initial contract of one year with the possibility of extension
Working hours: 80 % (30 hours) – 100 % (full time, 37.5 hours per week), depending on preference
Salary: £45,800 – 49,800, depending on experience (pro rata for less than 100%)
Location: London is the preferred location. Applicants will need to provide evidence that they are entitled to work in the UK. An ability and willingness to work in a hybrid work environment is required.
International travel: The post holder will be required to undertake occasional international travel
Ideal start date: asap
Specific enquiries about this role and the application process can be sent to the [email protected].
Deadline for applications is 8 March, 5pm GMT. Please note that we will only contact shortlisted applicants.
Please note that we would like to see candidates´ own writing in the cover letter and discourage the use of AI for this purpose.
Please note that we will endeavor to keep to this schedule, but some dates may be subject to change.
Screening interviews (Teams): 11-13 March
Pre-interview timed exercises (between 60 – 90 minutes from home): 13-17 March
Panel interviews (in person): 18/19 March
Decision: w/c 23 March
If candidates require additional time or other considerations for the interview process, we are committed to accommodating any reasonable requests. Please note that ISEAL will cover travel expenses for in person interviews for candidates travelling from outside of Greater London. ISEAL also covers caring expenses for candidates who are carers and need to arrange of cover for the duration of the interview/exercises