Marketing & Events Coordinator

Marketing & Events Coordinator

PRAXI – Bologna, Emilia‑Romagna, Italy

Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate annual calendar of events (public events, lectures, and conferences);
• Manage guest and VIP logistics;
• Liaise with vendors;
• Oversee on‑site execution;
• Ensure post‑event follow‑up.

Communications & Marketing

• Update website and newsletters;
• Manage social media;
• Assist with press releases and branding materials.

Requirements

Must have:

• At least five years of experience in event coordination, communications, or marketing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Italian.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and scheduling tools (e.g., Airtable).
• Experience with event registration or project management tools (Eventbrite, Qualtrics, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Canva; creativity in event design, presentation, and promotion.
• Calm, solutions‑oriented approach under pressure, especially during live events, and professionalism and diplomacy when working with VIPs and diverse stakeholders.
• Success in this position requires a hands‑on approach and adaptability, particularly during live events.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite;
• Familiarity with social media scheduling tools;
• Knowledge of event registration platforms;
• Basic video editing skills (iMovie, CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or similar).
• The role involves some flexibility, with occasional evening or weekend hours to support events (approximately once per week) and the possibility of occasional travel or assistance with special events outside Bologna.
• Dynamic international environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to high‑profile events and communications.
• Professional growth within a global academic institution.

Compensation Package

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Workplace

Bologna

Company

Our client is part of a global network dedicated to interdisciplinary education.

Keywords

#WEPRAXI #PRAXIHR #PRAXI #EventManagement #Marketing #Communications #HigherEducation #InternationalAffairs

Rif. SP40432

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Marketing and Public Relations

Industries

• Education