Speakers Coordinator ( Volunteer )

Salary Competitive

Are you passionate about organising unforgettable experiences and good at working independently? We are looking for a independent yet passionate and invested individual to help us create the best TechBBQ experience for all of our 150 national and international speakers. On top of keeping track of all the logistics regarding our guests,you will be responsible for finding sponsors and producing unforgettable events and experiences throughout Copenhagen during the 2 days TechBBQ will take place


Your tasks will primarily be assisting with:

  • Managing the speakers needs and coordinate their movements and accommodations
  • Getting specific information from speakers for the program
  • Developing the smooth execution of the program
  • Organizing flagships events
  • Put in place guest logistics strategy
  • Research on the current trends and topics

We are looking for someone who :

  • Has previous event organisation experience
  • Has good communication and networking skills (both online and in person)
  • Can keep an overview of a complex web of speakers (and possibly stages and satellite events)
  • Can do multitask with ease
  • Can work on Adobe or other graphic design tools (desired)

You are:

  • Passionate, outspoken and charismatic
  • Good with people
  • Independent and highly organised

In return, we offer:

  • A network of ambitious people, influencers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders
  • The chance to help impact entrepreneurship in Denmark and the Nordics through a large scale flagship event
  • Responsibility with interesting challenges and a steep learning curve
  • Being part of an international, young and driven team with different backgrounds and perspectives on entrepreneurship, tech, innovation and event management
  • A good Platform to build networking and professional opportunities

Working hours:

  • Approx 15 to 20 hours a week
  • Work hours are primarily within ordinary working hours (Mon-Fri 9-17)
  • We are flexible on when and where you want to work
  • up to and during the event, longer hours and weekend work must be expected
  • We are looking for someone who can join us as soon as possible

 

ABOUT TECHBBQ 

At TechBBQ we build communities and foster growth for startups and scaleups based on the Nordic values of overcoming egos and barriers and promoting openness, trust and inclusion. We pride ourselves for our eye to eye and democratic approach and the way we share the vibes of an intimate and festive barbecue. That said TechBBQ has grown to be the largest tech and startup event in Scandinavia, estimating 8000 attendees this year.

If this seems like the right work experience for you, please send us your CV and cover letter (merged to one PDF) via The Hub. We look forward to hearing from you!

For further information about the position please contact:

Pooja Sharma  

HR Manager

psh@techbbq.org

 

 

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.

Near public transit
Near public transit

Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.

Free friday beers
Free friday beers

Friday is something special, let's enjoy a beer together.

Pet friendly
Pet friendly

Dogs, turtles or goldfish are welcome in the office as long as they want to cuddle every now and then.

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Working at
TechBBQ

TechBBQ is the quintessential and largest startup and innovation summit in Denmark and Greater Copenhagen in September. Meet your future customer, investor, co-founder, employer or employee. Explore new technologies and the companies that make them a reality and give yourself the opportunity to get that one special meeting, the one you did not know you needed.We're a Danish non-profit organisation established in 2012.

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