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As Head of Marketing and Communication, you will drive TEDxZurich's growth and sustainability. You will develop and lead our marketing strategy, set communication guidelines, and drive community engagement across all channels. This is a role for someone who combines creativity with discipline — a storyteller with strategic instincts and a hands-on mindset.

You will use your strong network in Switzerland's marketing, PR, and communication to build on the existing TEDxZurich brand. You will ensure our message is consistent, compelling, and aligned with our values. Working closely with storytelling, design, experience, and partnerships, you will craft a public presence that attracts new audiences, energizes our community, and elevates the TEDxZurich identity.

Your responsibilities

• Communication strategy: Develop and lead TEDxZurich's brand and marketing strategy, ensuring a clear and coherent identity across all touchpoints. Translate our vision, annual theme and values into compelling narratives that engage and inspire.
• Marketing campaigns: Plan, coordinate, and execute all online and offline marketing activities - website, newsletter, and social media (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.). Measure the effectiveness of communication efforts, iterate, and drive continuous improvement. Ensure the TEDx brand is represented consistently and authentically.
• Event-day marketing: coordinating photographers/videographers, producing branded materials and supporting ticketing and promotional / sales campaigns.
• Partner alignment: Coordinate with the Head of Partnerships and the Lead to integrate partner visibility into our communication in a meaningful and brand-aligned way, without compromising the TED ethos.

Are you a perfect fit?

• You are fluent in English (German is a plus).
• You have relevant and proven experience in marketing, brand building, and communication.
• You bring a strong, active network in marketing, PR, communication, or related industries in Switzerland.
• You are skilled with the marketing, user analytics, and collaboration tools.
• You are creative yet structured - able to craft stories and execute them across channels.
• You are hands-on, organized, and comfortable coordinating multiple workstreams and have experience leading a team.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams
• You are intrinsically motivated and can transmit that passion to the team. You thrive on bringing people together, empowering teams, and turning vision into action.
• You are passionate about TED's mission and believe in the power of ideas to change the world.
• Ideally have experience in volunteering settings or are very motivated to acquire them.

Commitment

This is a volunteer role, requiring around 10 hours per week. The intensity varies throughout the year and depends on the activities. You will need consistency, perseverance, and a strong sense of ownership over the marketing process.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Collaborate with passionate, purpose-driven individuals
• Develop your leadership, strategic, and operational skills
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Attend and help shape all TEDxZurich events — and make them unforgettable

Ready to co-create the next chapter? If this role resonates with you, please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.

As Social Media Manager, you will shape and manage TEDxZurich's social media presence. You will translate our events, speakers, ideas, and community activities into engaging digital content that builds awareness, grows our audience, and keeps our community connected throughout the year.

Working closely with the Head of Marketing & Communications, the Head of Curation, Design, and the wider team, you will develop and execute our social media content plan across platforms, particularly Instagram and LinkedIn. This is a hands-on creative role for someone who understands digital storytelling, has a good eye for visual content, and knows how to turn ideas into conversations and engagement.

Your responsibilities

• Content planning and publishing: Develop and manage the social media content calendar in alignment with TEDxZurich's annual theme, events, campaigns, and communication strategy. Plan, create, and publish content across Instagram, LinkedIn, and other relevant platforms.
• Digital storytelling: Translate TEDx talks, speaker stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and community activities into compelling posts, stories, reels, and other formats. Find creative ways to make ideas accessible, relevant, and shareable.
• Content creation: Produce and edit social media content, including short-form videos, graphics, captions, and stories. Coordinate with the Design team to ensure a consistent visual identity and high-quality output.
• Event coverage: Coordinate and publish real-time social media content during TEDxZurich events, working with photographers, videographers, and the wider team to capture and communicate the experience.
• Performance and growth: Monitor social media performance, track relevant metrics, and use insights to improve content, reach, and engagement over time.
• Brand consistency: Ensure all content reflects TEDxZurich's identity, values, and communication guidelines, while respecting TED's brand guidelines.

Are you a perfect fit?

• You are fluent in English (German is a plus).
• You have experience managing social media accounts, ideally for a brand, creative organisation, or event.
• You have a strong understanding of Instagram and LinkedIn: formats, audiences, and content dynamics.
• You enjoy creating content and have a good eye for visual storytelling, composition, and design.
• You are comfortable producing and editing short-form videos, reels, stories, and social media graphics.
• You have excellent writing skills and know how to adapt messages and tone to different platforms.
• You are organised, reliable, and able to plan content ahead while responding flexibly to current developments.
• You understand social media analytics and know how to use performance insights to improve content.
• You enjoy engaging with people and building online communities.
• You are collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working with a creative, multidisciplinary team.
• You are intrinsically motivated and passionate about TED's mission and the power of ideas to change the world.
• Ideally, you have experience in volunteering settings or are very motivated to acquire it.

Commitment

This is a volunteer role, requiring around 6–8 hours per week. The intensity varies throughout the year and depends on the activities. You will need consistency, perseverance, and a strong sense of ownership over the marketing process.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Collaborate with passionate, purpose-driven individuals
• Develop your leadership, strategic, and operational skills
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Attend and help shape all TEDxZurich events — and make them unforgettable

Ready to co-create the next chapter? If this role resonates with you, please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.

As Philanthropy Partnerships Lead, you will help develop TEDxZurich's philanthropic funding stream, identifying potential funders, building relationships with foundations and philanthropic organisations, and securing financial support for our next chapter.

This is a role for someone who enjoys connecting people and ideas, identifying shared priorities, and turning promising relationships into meaningful support. You will research funding opportunities, initiate conversations with potential partners, and help develop compelling proposals that communicate the value and impact of TEDxZurich. Working closely with the TEDxZurich Lead, the board and the wider team, you will help build a sustainable network of philanthropic supporters. This stream is distinct from our corporate partnerships: your focus is philanthropic funding, not commercial sponsorship.

Your responsibilities

• Identify & target key partners: Research and pinpoint philanthropic organizations that align with TEDxZurich's mission, values, and goals.
• Build & strengthen relationships: Develop lasting relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring mutual benefit and engagement.
• Drive funding support: Secure financial contributions and sponsorships to support TEDxZurich's mission and events.
• Manage partnerships from start to finish: Handle everything from initial outreach to partnership agreements and regular updates, ensuring seamless communication and alignment with partners.
• Collaborate with the team: Work closely with the TEDxZurich lead and the core team to integrate philanthropic partnerships into the wider event and funding strategy.

Are you a perfect fit?

• You are fluent in German and English, spoken and written, and can communicate confidently with different audiences.
• You have an interest in fundraising, philanthropy, foundation relations or partnership development. Previous experience in one or more of these areas is an advantage.
• You are curious about the Swiss philanthropic landscape and motivated to identify organisations and individuals whose priorities align with TEDxZurich.
• You are a proactive relationship-builder who enjoys networking, initiating conversations and developing connections into lasting partnerships.
• You can communicate ideas clearly and contribute to compelling funding proposals.
• You are organised, reliable and comfortable managing several opportunities and follow-ups in parallel.
• You are passionate about TEDx and the power of ideas to create meaningful impact.

Commitment

This is a volunteer role requiring an average of around 5–7 hours per week. The workload may vary depending on outreach activities, funder conversations and application deadlines.

You will have the opportunity to help shape TEDxZurich's philanthropic funding stream, develop meaningful relationships across Switzerland, and contribute to the organisation's long-term sustainability.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Help develop the philanthropic funding stream of one of Zurich's established TEDx platforms
• Build experience in fundraising, philanthropy and partnership development
• Develop relationships with foundations, philanthropists and institutions across Switzerland
• Work with passionate, purpose-driven people across business, culture, science, technology and the creative industries
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Attend and help shape TEDxZurich events, contributing to experiences that bring ideas and people together

Ready to co-create the next chapter? If this role resonates with you, please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered.

As Head of Partnerships, you will own the strategy and direction of TEDxZurich's partnerships and fundraising activities, helping build the financial and strategic foundations for our next chapter. You will shape our partnership strategy, develop and oversee the sponsorship and fundraising pipeline, build relationships with key corporate and philanthropic partners, and lead a small team of Partnerships Managers responsible for turning opportunities into meaningful collaborations.

This is a role for a strategic relationship-builder who is equally comfortable opening doors, shaping a compelling partnership proposition, negotiating with senior stakeholders, and getting into the details when needed. You will bring structure and momentum to our partnership efforts while ensuring that every collaboration strengthens — rather than compromises — the TEDxZurich experience and ethos. Working closely with the TEDxZurich Lead, the board, and the wider team, you will help define what partnerships can mean for TEDxZurich and turn that vision into tangible results.

Your responsibilities

• Partnership strategy: Shape TEDxZurich's partnership and fundraising strategy together with the TEDxZurich Lead and board, including partnership models, priorities, and annual targets.
• Business development: Build and oversee the partnership pipeline, personally developing key opportunities and securing strategic, high-value partners.
• Fundraising: Lead fundraising across corporate, foundation, donor, grant, and in-kind opportunities, identifying new funding streams and cultivating key relationships.
• Partnerships & team leadership: Oversee key partner relationships and lead the Partnerships team, providing direction, supporting negotiations, and ensuring clear ownership and follow-through.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider TEDxZurich team to ensure partnerships are meaningfully integrated into the events and aligned with the TEDx ethos.

Are you a perfect fit?

• You are a German native speaker and fluent in English, spoken and written.
• You have proven experience in sales, sponsorship, business development, fundraising, or partnerships.
• You bring an established network across Switzerland's corporate, marketing, sponsoring, or philanthropic landscape.
• You are a confident communicator and negotiator, comfortable engaging senior decision-makers and building compelling partnership proposals.
• You are strategic and organized, but also hands-on, persistent, and comfortable driving opportunities from first contact to close.
• You are a natural relationship-builder and team leader who brings energy, ownership, and accountability.
• You are passionate about TEDx and the power of ideas to create meaningful impact.

Commitment

This is a volunteer leadership role, requiring an average of around 10 hours per week. The intensity varies throughout the season and according to the partnership cycle. More time may be required during fundraising and planning periods, particularly around major negotiations and partnership activations.

You will need consistency, perseverance, and a strong sense of ownership over the partnerships function. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to build and shape the team and the way TEDxZurich approaches partnerships for the years ahead.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Lead and shape the partnerships function of one of Zurich's established TEDx platforms
• Work with passionate, purpose-driven people across business, culture, science, technology, and the creative industries
• Develop your leadership, strategic, and business development skills
• Build relationships with leading organisations and individuals across Switzerland
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Help shape TEDxZurich's next chapter and the partnerships that make it possible
• Attend and help shape all TEDxZurich events — and make them unforgettable

Ready to co-create the next chapter? If this role resonates with you, please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.

TEDxZurich is entering an exciting phase of renewal — redefining our activities, reshaping our strategy, and rebuilding the organization for its next chapter. We're looking for an Events Management Associate to support the Head of Event Management across the full lifecycle of our events.

TEDxZurich runs several events of different scales per season, each hosting 50–500 people. As Events Management Associate, you will provide operational support across three distinct phases:

• Feasibility — collecting insight, exploring and evaluating potential collaboration options (e.g. venues, catering), mapping delivery approaches, outlining dependencies.
• Planning & Coordination — building event-specific timelines and checklists, creating detailed briefs, coordinating logistics, and contingency plans.
• Execution — delivering on-site logistics and event-day coordination, troubleshooting issues in real time, and documenting lessons learned for future events.

Are you a perfect fit?

• Organized and detail-oriented — managing multiple workstreams and timelines effectively
• Comfortable when plans change on short notice; excited to learn something new
• Skilled across various operational touchpoints; understands event delivery as a system
• Background in events, operations, marketing, or project management
• Fluent in English (German is a plus)
• Proactive and solution-oriented; curious and willing to learn
• Motivated by contributing to the TEDx mission

What's in it for you?

• Broad experience across the full event lifecycle — from feasibility through execution
• Multi-disciplinary collaboration with the TEDxZurich team
• Real impact: your work directly shapes how 500+ people experience TEDxZurich events
• Strong network building with the TEDxZurich team and audience
• Be part of organizational renewal — your ideas shape how we operate

To apply, send your CV and a short paragraph explaining your interest to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.

As Audience Experience Liaison, you will be the guardian of how TEDxZurich is experienced from the moment guests step onsite. Working closely with the Curator, you will coordinate, develop and deliver the Audience Experience across the entire event journey. This role is for a thoughtful doer: someone who combines creativity and structure to turn the TEDxZurich concept into a unique, inclusive and coherent experience for our audience.

You will support the Curator in shaping the Audience Experience vision and ensure it is consistently translated into concrete elements across all departments. From design and accessibility to activities and volunteers, you will connect the dots by asking the right questions, ensuring the audience experience is intentional and flawlessly delivered.

Your responsibilities

• Coordination & delivery of Audience Experience by working hand in hand with the Curator to support the development of the overall Audience Experience concept and take ownership of its coordination and delivery.
• Ensure the vision is clearly understood and implemented throughout the planning and execution of the event.
• Cross-departmental support: challenging all departments (catering, production, design, partnerships, volunteers, etc.) to embed the Audience Experience perspective into their work, ensuring consistency with the overarching concept.
• Partnerships team support when activities or booths are involved, ensuring any partner activations align with the overall concept and the TEDx ethos.
• Lead the development and host the delivery of audience-facing activities, ensuring they are engaging and aligned with the overall narrative of the event.
• Ensure the inclusion of accessibility and diversity in each aspect of the audience experience.
• Coordinate AE leads who are focused on design and location-related elements. Ensure these areas work together seamlessly to create an inclusive, welcoming, and meaningful experience for all attendees.
• Define volunteer expectations & delivery supporting the Audience Experience. Brief, guide and support them so they understand their role in shaping how the audience feels and moves through the event, and ensure smooth delivery on the day.

Are you a perfect fit?

• You are fluent in English; German is a plus.
• You have experience in the production and delivery of events
• You have experience or a strong interest in event experience, hospitality, cultural projects, service design and community-building.
• You are empathetic and audience-centric, with for how spaces and people come together.
• You are organised and reliable, able to coordinate multiple departments while keeping the overall direction in mind.
• You are proactive and collaborative when working closely with a Curator and cross-functional teams.
• You balance creativity with execution.
• You are passionate about TED's mission and believe in the power of ideas and experiences to change perspectives.

Commitment

This is a volunteer role, requiring an average of 8 hours per week, with intensity peaking in the months leading up to the event and on the event days themselves. You will need consistency, ownership, and a strong sense of responsibility for the audience journey.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Collaborate with passionate, purpose-driven individuals
• Develop your leadership, strategic, and operational skills
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Attend and help shape all TEDxZurich events — and make them unforgettable

Ready to co-create the next chapter? If this role resonates with you, please send your CV along with a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.

TEDxZurich is entering an exciting phase of renewal — redefining our activities, reshaping our strategy, and rebuilding the organization for its next chapter. As Speaker Coach, you are the guardian of talk quality, speaker readiness, and content integrity. Working closely with the Speaker Coach Lead, you guide selected speakers from idea refinement to stage performance — combining intellectual rigor with empathy: challenging ideas constructively, strengthening clarity and narrative, and ensuring every talk meets TEDx standards of substance, credibility, and impact.

Beyond preparing speakers for TEDxZurich events as your main task, you support the consistent application of a structured speaker coaching methodology in selected community and partnership engagements — helping deliver Speaker Coaching as a distinctive asset of TEDxZurich beyond the core event context.

Your responsibilities

• Guide speakers through the full preparation journey — from idea sharpening and narrative development to stage presence and delivery.
• Lead and facilitate internal speaker training & rehearsal sessions aligned with official TEDx speaker preparation guidelines.
• Provide structured, candid, and constructive feedback on content, storytelling, and delivery, and support speakers in sourcing credible references.
• Proactively identify factual, ethical, or content-related risks (including sensitive claims, data, statistics, and references) and escalate them early to the Speaker Coach Lead to ensure alignment with TEDx standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Curator and Event Team to ensure talks are stage-ready and aligned with the overall event narrative.
• Deliver external workshops based on the TEDx speaker coaching methodology, translating the internal process into a high-quality, value-adding community offering.

Are you a perfect fit?

• Fluent in English; German is a plus
• Experience in coaching, storytelling, public speaking, journalism, academia, media, or a related field
• Combine intellectual rigor with empathy and strong listening skills
• Confident in giving honest feedback while creating psychological safety
• Care deeply about clarity, evidence, and the responsible spread of ideas
• Structured and reliable, able to manage multiple speakers in parallel
• Passionate about TED's mission and the power of well-crafted ideas to shift perspectives

Commitment

This is a volunteer role, requiring an average of 6–8 hours per week, spread out evenly throughout the year. You'll need consistency, ownership, and a strong sense of responsibility for the audience journey.

What's in it for you?

• Join a global movement and contribute to a meaningful mission
• Collaborate with passionate, purpose-driven individuals
• Develop your leadership, strategic, and operational skills
• Expand your network and gain visibility in Zurich's innovation and creative community
• Attend and help shape all TEDxZurich events — and make them unforgettable

Ready to co-create the next chapter? Send your CV and a short paragraph explaining why you're interested and what TEDx means to you to info@tedxzurich.com. Only applications submitted via email will be considered. This role is available immediately.