Founded in 1991, International Business School is a state-recognised, leading private higher education institution offering a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programmes in the fields of business and social sciences, accredited in both Hungary and the United Kingdom.

We are looking for dedicated staff who can thrive in an international environment and who share our commitment to providing practice-based education for future generations. IBS welcomes students from over 100 countries and, as an employer, strives for diversity amongst its staff.

Project and Event Coordinator

Description of the position

We are seeking a proactive and organised colleague to support a variety of recruitment, marketing, and community engagement projects throughout the year.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting IBS to prospective Hungarian students, supporting student recruitment initiatives, and coordinating a range of projects that contribute to the institution's growth and visibility. In addition, the role involves organising and delivering events for prospective students, current students, alumni, and partners, including open days, competitions and community activities. The candidate will also join our efforts in promoting IBS in education fairs in and outside Hungary.

What kind of work to expect?

You will be joining our Centre for Marketing and Admissions, a long-standing, excellent team of 9 working tightly together, sharing their open-plan office space. Working hours may be somewhat flexible and might be combined with some home-office days at a later stage.

Qualifications and Person Specification

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Fluent written and spoken Hungarian and English
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication tools

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in student recruitment, admissions, or higher education
• Experience in marketing, social media management, and content creation
• Event planning and coordination experience
• Experience working with young adults, students, or alumni communities

What we offer

• Open-ended, full-time work contract (40 hours per week)
• Decent monthly salary
• Access to IBS benefits (e.g. healthcare services, personal development opportunities, in-house trainings), including a 75 per cent reduction in tuition fees for IBS programmes, available to full-time and part-time staff and their immediate family members
• Opportunity to travel abroad (international assignments, ERASMUS staff mobility)
• State-of-the-art, green working environment at Graphisoft Park (1031 Budapest, Záhony utca 7)
• Free on-site parking
• Company bus service.

Application Process

To apply, please send your CV and motivation letter of no more than 200 words in English to bfodor@ibs-b.hu by 16 November 2026. Applications will be immediately reviewed. Candidates with appropriate credentials will be invited for an interview after the application.

Safeguarding and equality

IBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all faculty and staff to share this commitment.

IBS is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants from every walk of life.