Event Manager

The European Biogas Association (EBA) aims to ensure the full rollout of renewable gas in Europe. We are a growing association representing over 300 members spanning 35 countries. As part of our continuous growth, we are seeking to employ an enthusiastic Event Manager to join our office in Brussels on a full-time and permanent basis. The candidate would need to have at least 5 years of experience in the organisation of events and project management.

The role

• You will be part of a dynamic team of communication experts to enhance the visibility of the biogas sector.
• You will bring fresh ideas to the table for the organisation of thought-provoking events to strengthen the visibility and impact of the biogases sector in Europe.
• You will be responsible for the overall organisation and coordination of EBA events, including event logistics, event budgeting, teams’ coordination and project management, with the support of the appropriate planning tools.

Your day-to-day adventures

You will play an active role in the implementation of EBA’s outreach strategy, including:

• Organising the European Biomethane Week, EBA’s flagship annual event in October, in cooperation with other EBA colleagues and external partners. The 2024 edition counted +700 participants in Brussels and side events around Europe.
• Coordinating other EBA impactful physical events for members or external stakeholders, such as workshops, business days, site visits, networking events, etc.
• Supporting the organisation of EBA webinars for members or external stakeholders.

What makes you a perfect fit?

• You have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in events planning and execution (online, hybrid and physical), including large conferences. Please provide record of successful events organised.
• You have solid event planning and budgeting background. You have good negotiation skills and experience managing relations with external suppliers.
• You are a highly organised person, detailed-oriented and proactive. You have experience coordinating teams.
• You have excellent time management skills and can prioritise and work in a fast-paced environment.
• You are a dynamic, flexible, and a good communicator, with the ability to motivate and cooperate with a growing team.
• You have basic knowledge of CMS and marketing software (ex: Canva, InDesign, Mailing tools).
• You have good understanding of how the European Institutions work.
• You have an interest in the renewable energy sector.
• You have excellent command of English, at least a passive knowledge of French, any other European language an asset.
• You are eligible to work in the EU.

Why EBA?

• We offer an energetic working environment within a multicultural young team in Brussels and full immersion into the work of a leading European industry association in Brussels.
• You will join a brand-new office in a green area, with a team-driven culture, making it the perfect place for your creativity to shine.
• You will receive a salary and compensation package tailored to your experience. We have a hybrid work setup (2 days/week of homeworking), so you will have the flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.

Ready to join us?

Are you a passionate Event Manager looking for a new challenge and valuable experience? Then, you should immediately apply for this position and become part of the EBA team!

Please send your CV (no Europass format) and cover letter (1 page) to Angela Sainz Arnau (sainz@europeanbiogas.eu) with the subject ‘YOUR NAME – EBA Event Manager’ by the end of January at the latest. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and the successful candidate will be expected to join EBA as soon as possible. Please consider that only the selected candidates will be notified for further process and interview.