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With over 60 years of expertise, Kenes Group is a global leader in creating and managing international conferences. As a Professional Conference Organizer (PCO), Association Management Company (AMC), and Continuing Education Provider (CPD/CME), we specialize in delivering world-class medical and scientific events that connect professionals, inspire collaboration, and drive progress. Our 250 team members work across the globe, combining creativity with precision to design experiences that matter. At Kenes, we value teamwork, personal growth, and work-life balance — building an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally.
Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for global collaboration and managing high-level, content-rich programs? In this role you will play a key part in organizing and managing programs for leading international medical and scientific conferences – and other professional fields.
You will be part of a dedicated project team, working closely with scientific chairs and committees to guide complex programs from conception through execution. This includes coordinating all aspects of the program development, managing communication with clients, speakers, and participants, and overseeing related logistics.
This position is ideal for someone who wants to build expertise and long-term relationships with global stakeholders, and who thrives in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and detail-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:Support the preparation and management of all aspects of the scientific program, including program proposals and submissionsManage communication and logistics for VIPs, committee members, and invited speakers, including program requirements, travel arrangements, and reimbursement approvalsCoordinate scientific meetings with Congress Co-Chairs and committeesManage written communications and publications (promotional, print, and online) related to the programCreate, edit, and proofread English content for conference publicationsOversee the scientific program across digital platforms (e.g., abstract systems, mobile apps, virtual platforms, webcasting, recordings, voting), including updates and quality assuranceManage the program onsite, including faculty interactions, last-minute changes, and smooth event executionPlan and prioritize tasks efficiently while adhering to tight deadlines
Requirements & Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional experience in program management, project coordination or a similar event planning role (experience with scientific or medical conferences is a plus);Strong written and spoken English – Professional level;Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with additional software for program management, content platforms, CMS (WordPress, website back-office editing) and virtual/online event tools is an advantageStrong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with global stakeholders including scientific chairs, committees, speakers, and participants.
What we offerReal opportunities for professional development in a leading international companyFriendly team culture that promotes initial and continual professional education and team collaborationHybrid model & Flexible working hoursExtra remote working days / weeksFlexible remuneration: food, transportation, daycareEasy access by public transport (really close by a metro stop)Regular team eventsRefer a friend program
In case you are interested in this position, please submit your CV in English.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
All documents will be treated with the strictest confidentiality!
Our Mission
To be the world’s leading facilitator of meetings for the global exchange of professional knowledge in medical, scientific, and other professions, based on our core values of integrity and excellence.
Celebrating 60 Years of Impact
Founded in Tel Aviv in 1965 and now headquartered in Geneva, Kenes Group proudly marks 60 years of innovation, excellence, and global leadership in the field of medical and scientific meetings. Since our founding, we have delivered over 4,300 conferences in more than 100 cities, serving over 220,000 participants annually.
Over the past six decades, Kenes Group has established and maintained its winning reputation as a global meeting and association management provider. Recognised as the world leader in meeting planning, Kenes Group is the only global PCO dedicated to medical and scientific events. Kenes Group boasts a long-standing client base of some of the world’s foremost organisations and associations, with more than 100 returning and long term clients.
With a team of over 350 professional, multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary employees in 18 locations on four continents, Kenes Group truly delivers global expertise with personal, local know-how. Our clients have come to rely on Kenes Group as a competent, loyal and trusted advisor. We have earned our reputation as the provider of choice for global conference management.
Kenes Group is proud to be accredited member of IAPCO (International Association of Professional Congress Organisers) and ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) and to have team members in both PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) and ASAE (American Society of Association Executives).
