Event Coordinator

Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.

We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you.

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects.

Who we are supporting 

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including:

• Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats.
• Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations.
• Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces.
• Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks.
• Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers.

Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities.

The Program

Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS)

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

Role ID – C003580

Role Duties and Responsibilities

• Event coordination throughout the entire event cycle, from start to finish
• Available to work onsite in NCI Agency The Hague and at event locations as required
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Positive mind-set with a 'can-do' attitude
• Proactive approach and excellent social skills – needed to work with a wide variety of teams and profiles

Essential Skills, Experience and Certifications

• At least 3 years of experience in organizing high-level digital and hybrid events from start to end
• Master's degree, preferably in the field of event management, communications, marketing or another relevant discipline
• Proven working experience with event platforms/tools such as: Webex Events, Skype for Business, MS Teams, Slido, Menti etc.
• Working experience in delivering digital events in collaboration with technical teams such as: AV, Event producers, Video editors etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to craft compelling messages for a variety of audiences and to work effectively with customers
• The ability to collaborate with NCI Agency cross-functional teams, including Internal and External Communications, Creative Media, Building and Facilities, etc.
• An interest in data analysis & analytics: the ability to structure event analytics and translate this into a coherent story to our customers. Experience with Data analysis tools is a plus.
• Proficient in design software, including Adobe Creative Suite and Canva is highly desirable
• Proficiency in SharePoint and Microsoft Office applications in context of event planning and management

Working Location

• The Hague, Netherlands

Working Policy

• Onsite

Travel

• Some travel to other NATO sites may be required

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

We never know what new opportunities might be just over the horizon. If this opportunity isn't for you please feel free to send us your resume anyway and be the first to know if something suitable for your skills and experience comes up.