Managing Director - Antwerp Convention Bureau

Antwerp Convention Bureau (ACB – focuses on promoting the city of Antwerp as a premium destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions, and events (MICE). Their brand promise is ‘The city is your venue’. Antwerp Convention Bureau highlights the diverse range of conference facilities in Antwerp and builds strong local expertise to support conference organizers and attendees in hosting conferences and business activities within the city.
The goal is to use a comprehensive marketing strategy and a proactive approach to attract international B-2-B events for associations or the industry that generate a positive impact on the residents, entrepreneurs, and visitors of the city of Antwerp. These events reinforce local and regional policies because they are linked to strong economic clusters, knowledge institutions, or centers of expertise.
In order to expand its organization and network, Antwerp Convention Bureau is actively seeking a new Managing Director.
Functieomschrijving As Managing Director, you are the driving force behind the  long-term strategy and financial performance of the organisation. Taking full  P&L responsibility , you safeguard the financial health and ensure a maximum return on investment for the allocated budgets. You build on the current momentum by prioritizing the  structuring of the organisation , implementing clear processes, and inspiring the internal team. Furthermore, you act as the primary local and international  ambassador who proudly carries the bureau's successes to the city and its stakeholders, further shaping its vision within the  meeting and convention (MICE) industry . 
As Managing Director, you will be responsible for:

• Managing human and financial resources efficiently within the allocated budgets while meeting the city's KPI’s.
• Coaching, motivating, and guiding the team to perform at their maximum potential, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities.
• Maintaining a strong and proactive  network of relationships with the financing government, local stakeholders, and various players within the industry.
• Reporting on operations and milestones to the Executive Board.
• Representing ACB with strong communication skills.  Expanding the (inter)national network within the highly competitive meeting industry. Simultaneously, you showcase local successes and act as the  public face of the organization fostering the local public relations (PR), translating achievements into pride for the city and local stakeholders. 
• Leading the  day-to-day management and further development of the organisation in line with the long-term strategy, ensuring the implementation of clear procedures, best practices, and an optimal organisational structure.

Profiel You are first and foremost an  organisation builder and a true people manager who provides your team with direction, clarity, and structure. Additionally, you are a  business-minded networker who effortlessly represents the organisation and inspires others during presentations and networking events. You possess a strategic approach paired with innovative thinking, and you show great diplomatic sensitivity towards the interests of local stakeholders.
Additionally, you possess:

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent working and thinking level), coupled with substantial experience in  setting up, structuring, and leading a solid organisation at a  senior management level .
• Strong PR skills and a proven track record of local  stakeholder management , successfully communicating results to government, partners, ambassadors, the team and other stakeholders.
• A  background in the (inter)national hospitality industry, or experience as a senior business marketing and sales professional within a  highly competitive international sector . Experience within the MICE sector is considered a strong asset, though leadership skills are prioritized.
• A strict commitment to being  based in Antwerp alongside a readiness to travel internationally.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.

Aanbod Antwerp Convention Bureau offers you a  challenging and strategic key role where autonomy takes centre stage and where you can genuinely  shape the future of conventions and meetings in Antwerp . You will have the opportunity to lead an enthusiastic team in a dynamic environment where innovation, local pride, and professionalization are core values, allowing you to make a true and lasting impact. Of course, ACB offers you a competitive renumeration package and guidance in your personal development.

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