Shapes what happens in the room: themes, sessions, speakers and formats that serve the purpose of the gathering.
About the role
You help design the substance of a gathering. Working from the event's purpose and audience, you research themes, propose session formats and speakers, and develop the briefs that help everyone on stage contribute well.
What you will do
- Research themes, context and audiences for conferences, convenings and dialogues.
- Propose programme structures, session formats and running orders.
- Identify, research and help approach speakers, panellists and contributors.
- Write speaker briefs, session notes and programme copy.
- Coordinate with facilitators and moderators on the flow of each session.
- Capture key insights and outcomes for post-event reports.
What you bring
- Strong research and writing skills, and the ability to turn complex ideas into clear sessions.
- Interest in policy, development, business, culture or the themes our gatherings address.
- Confidence in contacting senior people professionally.
- Good judgement about balance, representation and different perspectives.
Good to have
- Experience organising conferences, dialogues, debates or academic events.
- Networks in Kenya's policy, business, creative or development sectors.
How we work together
This is a project-based engagement, not employment. For each project we agree the scope, dates, deliverables and fee in a written engagement letter before work begins.
Everyone who works with us follows our rules of engagement. This role reports to the Founder & Chief Executive Officer.