Junior Community Relations and Events Manager

Applied Medical; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 vacation days

Commuting allowance

Training opportunities

Tuition program

Gym facilities

Volunteer days

Job summary

Applied Medical, a fast-growing medical device company, seeks an Associate Community Relations Manager to develop and deliver programs that engage employees and communities across Europe from our Amersfoort HQ. You will coordinate initiatives, manage events, partnerships, and the charitable donation program, collaborating with internal teams and external organizations to strengthen culture and wellbeing.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, data-driven improvements, and a passion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field and 2+ years of experience.
• Excellent Dutch and English verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience coordinating programs, events, and community engagement initiatives.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate community relations initiatives and events, delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Manage projects with stakeholders, providing progress updates and financial oversight.
• Lead the end-to-end charitable donation program, including evaluations and reporting.
• Analyze participation data to improve programs and measure impact.
• Develop communication content and campaigns for employee engagement and volunteering.
• Build relationships with cross-functional teams, nonprofits, and external partners.

Skills

Project management

Event planning

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Tourism, Event Management, Hospitality, Project Management, Communications, or a related field

Job description

Are you passionate about creating meaningful initiatives that bring people together, strengthen communities, and make a positive impact? Do you enjoy developing programs and events that foster engagement, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging both within an organization and beyond?

At Applied Medical, we believe that meaningful connections and community involvement contribute to a thriving workplace and stronger communities. As a fast-growing medical device company, we are committed to making a difference through collaboration, engagment, and purpose-driven initiatives.

As an Associate Community Relations Manager, you will join our Community Relations & Wellness team and play a key role in developing and delivering initiatives that support both our team members and the communities around us. You will contribute to Applied Medical's commitment to community engagement and employee wellbeing by creating impactful programs, events, and partnerships that inspire participation and connection.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute community relations initiatives and events, ensuring projects are delivered effectively, on time, and within budget
• Manage community relations projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders and leaders, providing regular progress updates and financial oversight
• Lead the end-to-end charitable donation program, including application management, evaluation processes, financial administration, and the preparation of reports and presentations for the Community Relations Committtee
• Collect, analyze, and summarize participation and feedback data to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opporunities for continuous improvement
• Develop engaging communication content and campaigns to promote community initiatives, volunteering opportunities, and employee engagement activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, nonprofit organizations, community partners, and external partners
• Support the planning and execution of internal evets and broader projects led by the Community Relations & Wellness team
• Contribute ideas and recommendations for new programs and initiatives that strengthen Applied Medical's culture, community impact, and employee experience

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Tourism, Event Management, Hospitality, Project Management, Communications, or a related field
• 2+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably within an international organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English
• Experience coordinating programs, organizing events, and supporting community engagement or outreach initiatives
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track and interpret data, identify trends, and develop recommendations for leadership review

What we offer

• An international working environment, fueled by respect and a healthy work-life balance tailored to team member and business needs
• 27 paid vacation days (based on a full-time contract) with the option to purchase five additional days
• Commuting allowance of €0,25/km or full coverage of public transportation costs
• Various internal trainings and development possibilities, and a tuition program for external trainings
• The opportunity to proactively work on your fitness
• State-of-the-art facilities, including green spaces, an in-house Restaurant and Gym
• Additional benefits include the following:
  • Attractive pension scheme (your contribution at 4%, ours at 12%)
  • €50 net monthly health insurance contribution
  • Two (paid) days per year for volunteer activities
  • Fun company events and meaningful initiatives for team members throughout the year

At Applied Medical, we are committed to making a meaningful, positive difference every day. At our European headquarters in Amersfoort (NL), we develop, manufacture and support the implementation of our advanced medical devices across Europe and the MENAT region. Applied Medical team members enjoy working in an international environment in which people of diverse backgrounds are valued, challenged and acknowledged. We support our team members through ongoing learning and education, community volunteering opportunities, and a variety of onsite exercise classes and health activities.