Job title: Events Producer, CGD Europe
Reports to : Head of News and External Communications and Senior Communications Manager
Location: London, UK
Salary: £38,850 per annum plus excellent benefits
Posting date: 10 th November 2026
Closing date: 25 th November @ 10AM GMT
The Center for Global Development (CGD) is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit policy research organization in Washington, DC and London, UK that focuses on the issues and institutions that are critical to inclusive development. Since its creation in 2001, CGD has earned a global reputation as a highly effective “think-and-do tank.” Through rigorous empirical research and active engagement with the global policy community, we focus on the policy intersections of low- and middle-income countries and the governments, institutions, and corporations that can be partners in delivering greater progress.
Events are a vital communications tool to advance our mission, and CGD has a reputation for hosting dynamic, agenda-setting conversations with high-profile development policymakers and leading researchers. Each year CGD/E hosts more than 130 live digital-first, hybrid, and in-person events, including high-level private roundtables, public conferences, debates, and workshops.
We are looking for an experienced Events Producer to help deliver and enhance our programme of events in London. The successful candidate will be a hands-on and highly organised producer, responsible for planning and delivering a busy calendar of events from concept through to execution. They will also support staff speaking at external events and explore additional opportunities for engagement at large international events such as the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings, the UN General Assembly and COP.
Working closely with CGDE researchers and communications colleagues, the Events Producer will coordinate event programmes, speakers and logistics; manage suppliers and production; and support the promotion of events to relevant audiences. They will be comfortable managing multiple events at once, working with senior internal and external stakeholders, and finding practical and creative ways to deliver high-quality events.
We are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has excellent attention to detail, and is always looking for ways to improve the experience and reach of CGDE events.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and produce live events
Plan and deliver a range of virtual, hybrid, and in-person events, including public events, largescale conferences, private roundtables, debates, and workshops.
Work with CGDE experts to develop event programmes and formats that support the objectives of their research and policy work.
Coordinate all elements of event delivery, including registration, speaker communications and logistics, run-of-show, A/V and technical requirements, and post-event follow-up and reporting.
For virtual events, produce events using Restream or Zoom and support speakers with technical and presentation requirements, including audio, camera framing, lighting, and backdrops.
Procure and manage external suppliers, including venues, caterers, photographers, and production teams.
Identify practical and creative ways to improve CGDE's event formats and audience experience.
Promote CGD events
Develop event listings, registration pages, and targeted email campaigns using CGDE's website, Salesforce, and Pardot.
Work with the Social Media Manager and relevant Communications Manager to promote events to appropriate audiences across CGDE's channels.
Draft clear and engaging promotional copy for event pages, emails, and other materials.
Ensure event promotion is planned and delivered in a timely way alongside event production.
Manage event operations and resources
Serve as a key point of contact for colleagues in London and Washington, DC, on the planning and delivery of London events.
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