Athens Riviera Forum is an independent, non-profit organization committed to advancing multistakeholder dialogue and engagement at the intersections of investment, business, and diplomacy. With a focus on international economic cooperation, sustainable growth, and investment, the Forum convenes leaders across the spheres of investment, government, business, and institutions to foster structured dialogue and high-impact partnerships. Its flagship initiative, the Annual Athens Riviera Summit, is a three-day international economic forum, uniting ministers, CEOs, investors, and decision-makers across the globe. We are seeking a Programme & Operations Manager to lead the end-to-end preparation and execution of the Athens Riviera Summit.
Acting effectively as the Event Manager of the Summit, this role is responsible for coordinating all operational, logistical, and cross-functional aspects required for the successful delivery of a high-level international forum.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the overall planning and execution of the Athens Riviera Summit, ensuring alignment across operations and communications
- Develop and manage the full project lifecycle, including timelines, deliverables, and coordination across all involved teams
- Oversee logistical aspects of the Summit, including venue coordination, supplier management, production requirements, and on-site execution
- Act as the central coordination point across communications, social media, partnerships, and digital functions, ensuring consistency and timely delivery
- Coordinate marketing and promotional activities in collaboration with the Communications team, aligning campaigns with key milestones
- Manage registration processes, delegate communication, and overall participant experience
- Maintain ongoing communication with sponsors, partners, and institutional stakeholders, ensuring professionalism and follow-through
- Coordinate with speakers and contributors to support the delivery of the Summit programme
- Ensure effective internal coordination, tracking progress across all workstreams and maintaining clarity of roles and responsibilities
- Oversee on-site operations during the Summit, ensuring smooth execution across all elements
Profile
- Strong project and event management experience, with the ability to oversee complex, multi-layered initiatives
- Excellent organizational and coordination skills, with attention to detail
- Strong communication skills in Greek and English
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and parallel workflows under tight deadlines
- Professionalism, reliability, and a strong sense of ownership
- Experience in event management, consulting, or similar environments is considered an asset
What We Offer
- A competitive and fair compensation package, aligned with the scope of the role and the candidate’s experience
- A central operational role within a high-level, internationally oriented organization
- Direct involvement in the preparation and delivery of a leading international summit
- Exposure to senior stakeholders across business, government, and international institutions
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter.