Junior Project Officer (Event Operations and Exhibition)

Support the planning and coordination of exhibition spaces and events for the WSIS Forum 2027, liaising with exhibitors and partners, assisting with logistics and digital tools to create a smooth event experience. The role involves organizing exhibitions, social events, and operational details under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of exhibition spaces for the WSIS Forum 2027, liaising with exhibitors and partners on requirements, layouts, branding and practical arrangements.
• Assist in preparing exhibition floor plans, mock-ups and visual layouts that make effective use of the available space.
• Help coordinate exhibitions linked to the WSIS Forum 2027 contests (photo contest exhibition, WSIS Prizes …), showcasing the creativity and impact of digital for development initiatives.
• Support the presentation of innovative technologies and interactive experiences, including relevant applications of virtual reality and artificial intelligence.
• Assist in the coordination of social events of the WSIS Forum 2027.
• Assist with participant-facing logistics and digital tools, including virtual conferencing and networking platforms, to help create a smooth event experience.
• Coordinate operational details for WSIS-related events and activities, keeping information organized and ensuring timely follow-up with colleagues and stakeholders.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• University degree in event management, hospitality management, business administration, development studies, international relations, communications, public relations, tourism management or a related field.
• Excellent knowledge of English required.
• Knowledge of a second ITU official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.
• Be under 30 years of age (Exceptions may be considered for candidates pursuing a Ph.D.).
• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate programme, or be a recent graduate (within six months prior to the start of the internship).
• Be a citizen of a Member State of ITU.

Skills

• Event Planning
• Exhibition Coordination
• Logistical Support
• Digital Tools for Events
• Stakeholder Liaison
• Event Operations
• Public Relations
• Communications
• Hospitality Management
• Business Administration

Languages

English