We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.
Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne
make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in
science, technology, and administration.
Event and Communications
Manager for EUniWell (f/m/x)
The European University for Well-Being (EUniWell; www.
euniwell.eu) is a European University Alliance which is coor-
dinated by the University of Cologne and funded by the EU
under ERASMUS+ since 2020.
Our aim is to actively promote the well-being of individuals,
societies, and the environment through excellent research
and teaching, innovation, transfer and social engagement.
University of Cologne is seeking an experienced and
dedicated Events and Communications Manager for EUni-
Well (as replacement for parental leave).
YOUR TASKS
» Coordination and management of events of diverse
formats (online, in-person, hybrid) and for a diverse
range of target audiences for the EUniWell Alliance and
across all EUniWell member institutions
» Development and organisation of creative and innovative
event formats (online, in-person, hybrid) to strategically
support EUniWell‘s mission and vision
» Coordination of communications and dissemination
activities for EUniWell events (e.g., advertisement,
reporting)
» Coordination of all activities around the preparation,
organisation and post-processing of events with all
relevant stakeholders at member universities as well as
external stakeholders
» Regular exchange and coordination with experts at
EUniWell member universities, the EUniWell Central
Office and the EUniWell Head of Communications
» Management of EUniWell‘s event calendar
» Quality management for EUniWell events, information
management and reporting
» Supporting the Alliance’s Communications Team with
the production of targeted communication materials
(text and other formats) independently of events, as
required
YOUR PROFILE
» University degree in Communications and Media Studies
or a related field (Master or equivalent)
» 5+ years of professional experience in events
management
» Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse
range of events formats (online, in-person, hybrid)
» Demonstrated work experience in a higher education
context is an asset
» The ability to work in complex, time-sensitive work
situations
» Demonstrated experience working in a digital,
distributed work environment
» Strong personal communications skills, intercultural
skills and the ability to commuicate to build and sustain
relationships with various stakeholders
» Ability to coordinate and participate effectively in
multi-national teams
» Excellent capability of expression for different audiences
in German and English (written and spoken)
» Identification with the values, vision and mission
of EUniWell
WE OFFER
» The chance to contribute substantially to the
establishment of the European University for Well-Being
» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
» Support in balancing work and family life
» Extensive advanced training opportunities
» Occupational health management offers
» Flexible working time models
» Opportunity to work remotely
The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and
diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accord-
ance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-
phalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also
expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates
regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social
origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.
The position is available from 01.09.2026 on a full-time
basis (39,83 hours per week). The position is to be filled
for a fixed term until 31.10.2027. If the applicant meets the
relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications,
the salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the
pay scale for the German public sector.
Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications
without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.
The reference number is TV2606-08. The application dead-
line is 02.07.2026.
For further inquiries, please contact Dr Ruth Möhlig-Falke
([email protected]) or Graham Harrison
([email protected]) and take a look at our FAQs.
EUniWell Central Office | Vice-Rector for Teaching and Studies
