Job Description
Posting Start Date: 30/04/2026
Brand: MCI
Country/Region: Switzerland
Work Location: Geneva
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Contract type: Fixed-term
Job Function: Project Management
Information at a Glance
We are a global engagement and marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth.
Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987, we are helping brands, associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events, Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions.
We are an independently owned agency, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries.
Project Director
As our new Project Director , you will be planning, developing and delivering events and communication programs in the private sector in an international environment, offering the full range of MCI event solutions
Your mission
Leadership & Relationship Management
Regular and frequent communication with clients to monitor client satisfaction
Planning of operational roles within their event / project teams
Maintaining good internal communication within the event / project teams
Maintaining enthusiasm and professional standards within their event / project teams
When appropriate, proposing the full range of MCI event services to current and potential clients
Representing MCI and participating at selected industry events, exhibitions, social events
Providing support to other parts of the SBU and other SBU’s, as required, in the interest of MCI
Project Management
For each event, implements, and evaluates organization and staffing to effectively accomplish the goals and objectives of the client; manages professional/technical and support staff on both a professional and administrative basis.
Managing the project during the preparation phase of a project and on-site, leads the project.
Creative Design – follow up on contents creation design, storytelling, content creation, the flow and the creative technical production.
Day to Day project management including all the MCI operational tools properly (TimeTracking, Success Factor, Health & Safety tools “ESST”, etc.)
Building, maintaining and continual development of relationships with suppliers, negotiating best prices and deals, setting up credit agreements, raising purchase orders, attending supplier visits to MCI where appropriate.
Regular reporting on project operational progress to the client
Responsible for the logistics part (retroplanning, timeline, operational planning, quality, budget, resources)
Provide support on Corporate offer with the Account Manager/Account Director if possible to be part of the project from the beginning.
Cross selling (MCI, Ovation, Dorier, etc.)
Participating in event debriefings, gather client feedback and market intelligence
Reporting to the Director Events or Account Manager/Account Director regarding project and event objectives, budgets, resource planning
Managing confirmed projects from A to Z
Hands-on management of projects attributed to them, including planning, budgeting, quality of work, client relationship, etc.
Financial Management
Proper reconciliation (operational, financial) of all projects handled by their event / project teams
Manage cash flow, payment terms, cancellation, added value and savings
Ensuring the profitability of the events and projects organized, managing and verifying all income and expenditure
Administration and IT
Articulate the business case and added value of MCI-owned tools and systems to external stakeholders
Assess and match relevant information systems to better meet stakeholders needs
Provide hands-on training to technology tools users, such as TimeTracking, Success Factor, MS Office
Recommend adjustment changes to systems, forms, documents, procedures, policies, etc. that will increase effectiveness of the project(s)
Use MCI systems (e. g.TimeTracking, SAP…) at super-user level capability
Your profil
A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the meetings industry demonstrating consistent progression in roles and responsibilities
Fluency in French and English, additional languages strongly desired (German; Italian)
Experience in planning, developing and delivering events and communication programs in the private sector in an international environment
A proven track record of managing and motivating teams and delivering small- and large-scale projects in a service environment
Travelling on-site inspections and accompanying events as required
In possession of a driving license
Leadership skills
Good written and verbal communication
Ability to make decisions and to prioritize tasks, and to remain calm under stress
Problem solving skills
Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
Experience with management and operating of budgets / financial control
Professional education in Event Management, Hotel Management, Tourism or another relevant domain
Excellent personal presentation
Good knowledge of computerized systems including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases, preferably Word, Excel & Power Point.
MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!
Project Director M&E
Posting Start Date: 30/04/2026
Brand: MCI
Country/Region: Switzerland
Work Location: Geneva
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Contract type: Fixed-term
Job Function: Project Management
We are a global engagement and marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth.
Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987, we are helping brands, associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events, Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions.
We are an independently owned agency, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries.
Project Director
As our new Project Director , you will be planning, developing and delivering events and communication programs in the private sector in an international environment, offering the full range of MCI event solutions
Your mission
Leadership & Relationship Management
Regular and frequent communication with clients to monitor client satisfaction
Planning of operational roles within their event / project teams
Maintaining good internal communication within the event / project teams
Maintaining enthusiasm and professional standards within their event / project teams
When appropriate, proposing the full range of MCI event services to current and potential clients
Representing MCI and participating at selected industry events, exhibitions, social events
Providing support to other parts of the SBU and other SBU’s, as required, in the interest of MCI
Project Management
For each event, implements, and evaluates organization and staffing to effectively accomplish the goals and objectives of the client; manages professional/technical and support staff on both a professional and administrative basis.
Managing the project during the preparation phase of a project and on-site, leads the project.
Creative Design – follow up on contents creation design, storytelling, content creation, the flow and the creative technical production.
Day to Day project management including all the MCI operational tools properly (TimeTracking, Success Factor, Health & Safety tools “ESST”, etc.)
Building, maintaining and continual development of relationships with suppliers, negotiating best prices and deals, setting up credit agreements, raising purchase orders, attending supplier visits to MCI where appropriate.
Regular reporting on project operational progress to the client
Responsible for the logistics part (retroplanning, timeline, operational planning, quality, budget, resources)
Provide support on Corporate offer with the Account Manager/Account Director if possible to be part of the project from the beginning.
Cross selling (MCI, Ovation, Dorier, etc.)
Participating in event debriefings, gather client feedback and market intelligence
Reporting to the Director Events or Account Manager/Account Director regarding project and event objectives, budgets, resource planning
Managing confirmed projects from A to Z
Hands-on management of projects attributed to them, including planning, budgeting, quality of work, client relationship, etc.
Financial Management
Proper reconciliation (operational, financial) of all projects handled by their event / project teams
Manage cash flow, payment terms, cancellation, added value and savings
Ensuring the profitability of the events and projects organized, managing and verifying all income and expenditure
Administration and IT
Articulate the business case and added value of MCI-owned tools and systems to external stakeholders
Assess and match relevant information systems to better meet stakeholders needs
Provide hands-on training to technology tools users, such as TimeTracking, Success Factor, MS Office
Recommend adjustment changes to systems, forms, documents, procedures, policies, etc. that will increase effectiveness of the project(s)
Use MCI systems (e. g.TimeTracking, SAP…) at super-user level capability
Your profil
A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the meetings industry demonstrating consistent progression in roles and responsibilities
Fluency in French and English, additional languages strongly desired (German; Italian)
Experience in planning, developing and delivering events and communication programs in the private sector in an international environment
A proven track record of managing and motivating teams and delivering small- and large-scale projects in a service environment
Travelling on-site inspections and accompanying events as required
In possession of a driving license
Leadership skills
Good written and verbal communication
Ability to make decisions and to prioritize tasks, and to remain calm under stress
Problem solving skills
Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
Experience with management and operating of budgets / financial control
Professional education in Event Management, Hotel Management, Tourism or another relevant domain
Excellent personal presentation
Good knowledge of computerized systems including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation packages and databases, preferably Word, Excel & Power Point.
MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!
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