Protocol, Delegates & Institutional Relations Lead

The Global Gathering of Empowered Women (GEW) is expanding its team as we prepare for the next phase of our platform bringing together women leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, government representatives, diplomats, development partners and other influential stakeholders.

We are looking for a highly organised, confident and relationship-oriented Protocol, Delegates & Institutional Relations Lead to join our volunteer team.

What You Will Do

The Lead will support GEW in managing and coordinating:

• Government officials and public-sector stakeholders

• Diplomats, embassies, high commissions and international representatives

• Delegates, VIP guests and institutional participants

• Award nominees, recipients and honourees

• Official invitations, confirmations and follow-ups

• Guest protocol, reception and engagement

• Institutional correspondence and stakeholder relations

• Coordination of official guests before and during GEW activities

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with relevant institutions and stakeholders

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Is confident engaging government officials, diplomats and senior stakeholders

• Is organised, responsive and professional

• Understands basic event protocol and stakeholder engagement

• Can represent GEW professionally in external engagements

• Has strong follow-up and relationship-management skills

• Can work independently and collaboratively within a team

• Has experience in protocol, public relations, government affairs, diplomacy, events, stakeholder engagement or a related field

Experience is an advantage, but commitment, professionalism and the ability to build relationships are equally important.

What You Gain

As a GEW volunteer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a growing Pan-African women’s leadership platform

• Build relationships with government, diplomatic and institutional stakeholders

• Gain practical experience in high-level stakeholder and event engagement

• Expand your professional network

• Work alongside a diverse team of professionals and leaders

• Receive recognition for your contribution and participation

This is a volunteer position.

If you are passionate about relationship building, protocol, diplomacy, stakeholder engagement and creating meaningful platforms for women, we would love to hear from you.

To express your interest, send your CV and a brief statement of interest to womenreform1@gmail.com or send us a DM.

• Join GEW. Help us bring the right people, institutions and opportunities into the room.

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