Lead Energy Conference Programs

Solarplaza; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote‑friendly schedule

Bike lease plan

Travel expense reimbursement

Job summary

Solarplaza in Rotterdam seeks a Program & Event Manager to own international B2B conferences in solar and energy storage. You will lead end-to-end program development, content quality, and on-site execution with cross-functional teams and advisory boards.

You will translate market insights into compelling conference concepts, engage senior speakers and partners, and manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships to deliver high-impact events.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of 3+ years of experience in the event industry or the renewable industry.
• Have delivered complex, multi‑stakeholder projects or events end‑to‑end.
• Perform well in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Take ownership naturally and work well with limited structure.
• Are confident engaging senior external stakeholders (advisory boards, speakers, partners).
• Are proactive in outreach and relationship building (calls, emails, follow‑ups).
• Manage competing priorities with structure and calm execution.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in English.
• Are based within commuting distance of Rotterdam.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end organization of international B2B conferences in solar energy and energy storage.
• Translate market trends in renewable energy and develop conference concepts and agendas.
• Identify and engage relevant speakers, industry experts, and advisory board members.
• Build and manage event business cases, budgets, revenue targets, and performance goals.
• Source and negotiate with event suppliers (venues, AV partners, …).
• Manage multiple international conferences simultaneously.
• Coordinate internal project teams including Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Content.
• Manage external stakeholders such as venues, speakers, sponsors, and partners.
• Ensure high‑quality execution from planning through to on‑site delivery of events supported by our Monday.com project management tool.
• Be able to host some of our conferences and feel confident with your stage presence.

Job description

Solarplaza in Rotterdam seeks a Program & Event Manager to own international B2B conferences in solar and energy storage. You will lead end-to-end program development, content quality, and on-site execution with cross-functional teams and advisory boards.

You will translate market insights into compelling conference concepts, engage senior speakers and partners, and manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships to deliver high-impact events.