Event Manager

Event Manager

50%, Zurich, fixed-term

At the ETH Student Project House (SPH) we inspire and empower students to cultivate a maker-innovator mindset. We believe that by exploring their ideas and developing their own projects, students gain valuable hands-on experience and learn important skills for their future. This is why we’ve created an ecosystem where students (Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral) are encouraged to ideate, build prototypes, test and refine them.

Our interdisciplinary team of thirty people supports students with the tools and know-how to explore their passion and create their project. Through our state of the art Makerspace, students have access to the tools and equipment necessary for prototyping. Additionally, we provide a co-working environment, ideation space, and event facilities to elevate projects, along with coaching support.

Are you seeking a dynamic work space to brainstorm and host impactful events, while also empowering others to explore event management? If so, keep reading to find out if this opportunity is right for you!

Project background

You’ll work in one of the most inspiring spaces at ETH Zürich, surrounded by 3D-printers, computers, whiteboards, ideation equipment, self-designed furniture, plants and intrinsicly motivated students.

• We currently have two locations: one is near the ETH main building, the other is located on Hönggerberg.
• We collaborate in the same open space as our project teams, fostering an environment of equality. Our colleagues come from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, which is why we communicate in English.
• We offer a temporary position for 6 - 9 months.

Job description

• Event management system: You'll be responsible for our event management system, which is a tool to accept or decline events based on our vision and mission.
• Events execution: You’ll curate our event program, organize and co-host our inspirational and community events and interact with external and internal event organizers.

Profile

We need your natural hosting personality, your networking capabilities to build up and maintain our community and your energy and drive to inspire our students.

• You have experience in event management.
• You have an outgoing personality and enjoy working with people in a diverse team environment.
• You are empathetic and good in dealing with different stakeholders.
• You thrive when working hands-on with events and operations in a flexible and fast-paced work environment.
• You feel comfortable speaking in front of people and to facilitate events.
• You can easily use MS Office, GSuite and other digital tools, as well as any event related equipment such as projectors, microphones, etc.
• You speak fluent English and have a decent level of German (equivalent B2).

A note: research indicates that women and individuals from marginalized groups tend to apply only when they meet all of the criteria. If you believe you’re qualified, but don’t necessarily check every box, please submit an application.

Workplace

Workplace

We offer

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits.

We believe in personal growth. For that we do regular team feedback sessions and value everyone's opinion. We find the best solutions through diversity.

We value diversity

Curious? So are we.

We’d love to get to know you! Please record a maximum two-minute video clip introducing yourself and the most amazing event you have ever organized. We're not looking for video production skills - just use your smartphone, be yourself, and don't worry about editing the clip. We want to meet the real you!

Upload the video on a platform of your choice (Dropbox, YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, ...) and include the URL link in your cover letter.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Link to your video clip

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Isabella Ilchmann (Write an email).

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or by post will not be considered.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zürich

Curious? So are we.

We’d love to get to know you! Please record a maximum two-minute video clip introducing yourself and the most amazing event you have ever organized. We're not looking for video production skills - just use your smartphone, be yourself, and don't worry about editing the clip. We want to meet the real you!

Upload the video on a platform of your choice (Dropbox, YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, ...) and include the URL link in your cover letter.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Link to your video clip

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Isabella Ilchmann (Write an email).

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or by post will not be considered.

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.