Director vacatures in Eindhoven

About High Tech Campus Eindhoven

High Tech Campus Eindhoven is one of Europe’s leading innovation hubs. More than 12,500 engineers, researchers and entrepreneurs work here every day on technologies that shape the future of health, energy, AI, photonics and beyond. The Campus is a green, dynamic environment with offices, labs, cleanrooms, restaurants and shared facilities designed to enable open innovation. It is home to more than 300 companies, from startups to global tech leaders, all driven by the belief that collaboration fuels progress.

About the role

This is a role for someone who thrives on creating connections and turning ideas into experiences. As Events & Community Manager, you will be at the heart of what makes High Tech Campus Eindhoven such a vibrant place to work, meet and innovate. The Campus hosts a wide variety of events that bring our community together, from tech talks and open days to pub quizzes, the Campus Run and community picnics. All activities reflect four main themes: Technology, Business, Fun and Sports.

Building strong relationships with the Campus community and the residents is central to this role. You enjoy meeting people, bringing companies together and spotting opportunities for collaboration. Curiosity for technology and innovation comes naturally to you, it’s what makes working on Campus inspiring every day. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. From shaping new event and community building concepts to making sure every detail runs smoothly on the day itself, you take ownership of the full experience. You are comfortable experimenting, learning from experience and continuously improving your approach.

You will work in a small but enthusiastic Marketing & Communication team, where collaboration and creativity come naturally. The position reports to the Director Ecosystem Management and involves close cooperation with your own team members, the Community & Events Manager for the Innovation Hubs and the team at our Conference Center to ensure a seamless Campus wide experience.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Campus residents, companies and partners
• Act as a visible connector within the ecosystem, always aware of what is happening and who should meet whom
• Create and manage a vibrant annual event program that strengthens the Campus community and supports its innovation mission
• Develop and implement event tools and systems that improve quality, efficiency and participant experience
• Design and execute events of all sizes, from small gatherings to large conferences and celebrations
• Host and co-host events, bringing energy, structure and authenticity to every occasion
• Manage budgets, suppliers and logistics for excellent execution
• Evaluate results, collect feedback and continuously improve the Campus event and community experience
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure every initiative contributes to the broader Campus strategy

Community building

• Serve as the main contact point for Campus residents who want to share ideas, request introductions or propose new initiatives
• Translate community ideas into pilots and programs, from concept and stakeholder buy-in to execution and evaluation
• Connect companies, startups, researchers, investors and partners through curated introductions and small group meetups
• Run a structured onboarding and welcome program for new Campus residents
• Welcome delegations visiting the Campus
• Manage community channels such as newsletters, internal platforms and event calendars together with Marketing and Communications colleagues
• Monitor engagement using clear KPIs and feedback loops and share insights that strengthen the Campus community

Profile

• A true people person who enjoys being part of a lively network and finds energy in connecting others
• A natural networker and storyteller who builds trust easily and creates meaningful connections
• Curious about technology and innovation, and eager to work in an environment where new ideas are developed every day
• Proactive and hands-on, comfortable experimenting, learning and improving
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communication, marketing, event management or a related field
• Several years of experience in events, community management or ecosystem building, preferably within an innovation, tech or startup environment
• Strong listener and facilitator who can turn diverse input into clear next steps
• Confident on stage and comfortable representing the Campus to different audiences
• Organised and detail-oriented, yet flexible enough to adapt when plans change
• Willing to occasionally work flexible hours during events or community activities
• Thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same
• Data-informed and comfortable defining and tracking engagement metrics
• Fluent in English and comfortable in Dutch

What we offer

• A key position in one of Europe’s most inspiring innovation ecosystems
• The freedom to shape the Campus community and develop events that make a real impact
• The opportunity to build and implement professional event tools and systems
• A role within a small, ambitious and creative team where ideas quickly turn into action
• An informal yet driven culture that values initiative, creativity and collaboration
• An energetic, international and forward-thinking work environment
• Opportunities to expand your network across startups, corporates, knowledge institutes and investors
• 32 to 40 hours per week
• A market-competitive salary based on experience
• 8% holiday allowance
• Variable bonus scheme linked to annual team goals
• 28 vacation days based on full-time employment
• Bicycle lease plan
• Free use of the on Campus gym
• A workplace surrounded by cutting-edge technology and talent