Content and Programming Manager

Content and Programming Executive – Main Duties:
All Campaigns:

The Content and Programming Executive will be working as part of a thriving team and will be responsible for planning and execution across our conference portfolios by developing engaging and informative conference programs that align with our objectives and meet the needs of our target audience on our various conference campaigns taking place on an annual basis.
The Content and Programming executive will build his/her own network of conference speakers, moderators and stakeholders from various sectors depending on the conference campaign. You are expected to reach a minimum target of weekly, monthly, and annual sales while working in a collaborative Business Development environment.

Role:
Given the entrepreneurial nature of this role, the Content and Programming executive is expected to demonstrate creative thinking and actively contribute to the planning and execution of our conferences. The ideal candidate will be tasked with developing engaging and informative conference programs that align with our objectives and meet the needs of our target audience.
The Content and Programming Executive is expected to “extremely” be innovative, organized, informed and up to date on the latest news involving our campaigns, have strong communication skills, be detail orientated and ambitious.
The Content and Programming executive reports directly to the Event Director and works closely with all departments including marketing, production, business development, operations, and database teams.
The Content and Programming Executive is tasked with achieving weekly, monthly, and annual targets within a collaborative environment. This individual should enjoy their work and be dedicated to delivering exceptional products that enhance the industries we serve.

Requirements:
2 – 3 years of conference producing experience is essential, preferably in the B2B environment
Tertiary qualification or relevant university degree (Compulsory/non-negotiable)

Main duties and responsibilities:
Develop conference agendas and program schedules that incorporate a diverse range of topics, speakers, and formats to appeal to our target audience.
Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and industry experts to identify relevant and timely conference themes and content.
Conduct research and stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure conference content remains current and relevant.
Identify and recruit high-profile speakers, subject matter experts, and thought leaders to participate in conference sessions, panels, and keynote presentations.
Coordinate with speakers and presenters to ensure they are well-prepared and have the necessary materials and resources for their sessions
Manage the production of conference materials, including program agendas, session descriptions, speaker bios, and presentation materials.
Oversee the logistics of conference programming, including room assignments, audiovisual requirements, and technical support.
Work closely with marketing and communications teams to promote conference content and engage attendees before, during, and after the event.
Collect feedback from attendees and stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of conference programming and identify areas for improvement.
Manage events on-site, and assist with post-conference activities, such as compiling session recordings, developing post-event reports, and planning future conferences

Key Performance Indicators:
Conference Attendance:
Number of attendees registered for the conference.
Percentage of target attendance achieved.
Comparison of actual attendance to previous conferences or industry benchmarks.

Speaker Engagement:
Percentage of confirmed speakers who participate in conference sessions.
Speaker satisfaction ratings based on post-conference evaluations.
Speaker retention rate from one conference to the next.

Content Quality:
Session ratings and feedback scores from attendees.
Percentage of sessions meeting or exceeding content quality standards.
Review of session recordings or transcripts for relevance, accuracy, and engagement.

Program Execution:
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