Senior Events Coordinator – Maternity coverage

Uniglobalcareers; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

EAIE is seeking a Senior Events Coordinator for a maternity coverage position based in Amsterdam. The role focuses on supporting events activity within an international education environment and offers exposure to a well-known professional association connected to higher education.

The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating events and managing responsibilities in a structured, collaborative setting, with availability for a fixed-term appointment in Amsterdam.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior coordinator role.
• Ability to support and coordinate events operations.
• Professional interest in international education environments.
• Availability for maternity coverage appointment.
• Capacity to work in Amsterdam.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate events activities for the organization
• Support event planning and operational delivery
• Contribute to the work of the EAIE events function
• Manage responsibilities associated with a senior coordinator role
• Provide maternity coverage support during the appointment period

Skills

Senior coordinator experience

Event coordination

Project support

Stakeholder communication

Job description

OVERVIEW The European Association for International Education (EAIE) is seeking a Senior Events Coordinator for a maternity coverage position based in Amsterdam. This opportunity is listed on the EAIE Job Board and focuses on supporting events activity within an international education environment. The role offers experience within a well-known professional association connected to international higher education. The position is suited to professionals with experience coordinating events and managing responsibilities in a structured and collaborative setting. Candidates interested in international education, association work, and event delivery may find this role relevant to their career development.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate events activities for the organization
• Support event planning and operational delivery
• Contribute to the work of the EAIE events function
• Manage responsibilities associated with a senior coordinator role
• Provide maternity coverage support during the appointment period

Requirements

• Experience relevant to a senior coordinator position
• Ability to support and coordinate events operations
• Professional interest in international education environments
• Availability for a maternity coverage appointment
• Capacity to work in Amsterdam WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Events play an important role in international education by helping professionals connect, share expertise, and strengthen institutional collaboration. A senior coordinator contributes to the smooth delivery of these activities and supports the broader goals of professional engagement and knowledge exchange. Working with an organization such as the EAIE can provide exposure to international networks, event operations, and association-based work connected to higher education. Roles listed on a recognized board can also help professionals build valuable sector experience.

Bonus: Application advice

• Review the application details carefully through the official EAIE listing before applying
• Highlight direct experience coordinating events, schedules, logistics, or stakeholder communication
• Tailor your CV to emphasize senior-level coordination responsibilities and project support
• Include examples of working in international, higher education, or association environments if applicable
• Prepare concise examples demonstrating organization, communication, and event delivery skills
• Confirm your availability and interest in maternity coverage positions within your application