Commonland is an international non-profit organisation that supports people in restoring landscapes and shaping a regenerative future for all. As Event Manager (maternity cover, 24 hours per week, 6 months, January through June 2027), you will develop and deliver events that advance Commonland's mission to restore landscapes and move communities towards a regenerative future. You will be part of the Communications team and work closely with the Fundraising team, ensuring every event is strategically aligned, professionally executed and tailored to its audience, including restoration practitioners, funders, policymakers and the wider public.
Key responsibilities:
- Execute the event strategy with the team lead, as part of the wider communications strategy.
- Produce external events of different sizes at local, regional and global levels, such as side events at Amsterdam Climate Week, London Climate Action Week, the UN Climate Change Conference and New York Climate Week, or prepare colleagues to attend.
- Support various teams in developing event impact strategies and actively seek participation and speaking opportunities, including inspiration events for funders such as landscape visits.
- Project manage the communications plan for each event, overseeing key deadlines and briefing the creative/digital team on invitations, brochures, press and influencer invitees, and digital content.
- Evaluate events and track objectives and achievements to optimise the event production process over time.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's degree or equivalent level of working and thinking, with a proven track record in international event management.
- Strong project management, stakeholder management, strategic thinking, collaboration and proactive skills, and a curious mind.
- Located and eligible to work in the Netherlands.
- Fluency in English.
Offer: a 6-month temporary contract starting 1 January 2027 at the latest; salary range of EUR 4,000-5,000 gross based on a full-time (40 hours) contract, depending on experience; freelance arrangement also possible; 8% holiday allowance and a pension scheme; team lunches, monthly drinks, inspiration sessions and an office with a stunning view.
Closing date: 2026-11-05
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit your CV via the application link (https://commonland.recruitee.com/o/event-manager-maternity-cover) before 00:00 CET on 5 November 2026 and answer a few questions related to the key criteria for the position. Applications are reviewed by the team, not by AI systems, and the application window may close early once enough applications are received. Questions about the position can be directed to Jolien Sanders (jolien.sanders@commonland.com).