Director, Conferences & Events

NENA: The 9-1-1 Association; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 67.000 - 93.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A public safety organization is seeking a Director, Conferences & Events to manage planning and execution of various events. Applicants must hold a CMP Certification and have significant experience in event management. This full-time remote position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $110,000 annually.

Leistungen

Standard benefits, including vacation and sick leave

Eligibility for retirement plan

Qualifikationen

• CMP Certification required.
• 5-7 years experience in planning and executing large-scale meetings.
• Office experience required.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute all NENA events.
• Lead planning related to NENA events.
• Manage hotel reservations for staff and contractors.

Kenntnisse

Communication platforms

Event Management

Financial Management

Ausbildung

2-Year Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Point of Sale Software

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Director, Conferences & Events is responsible for successful planning and execution of all NENA events (Annual Conference, Standards and Best Practices/Critical Issues Forum, 9-1-1 Goes to Washington, NENA Board Meetings, and other potential meetings and retreats).

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time, Remote

Start Date: December 1, 2025

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025

Education: 2-Year Degree Required

Experience Level: Director

Salary: USD $80,000 - $110,000 / year

Location: Remote – Work can be performed from anywhere in the United States

Benefits: This position is eligible for standard benefits that include vacation, sick leave, and eligibility to participate in the Association’s retirement plan.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful planning and execution of all NENA events.
• Leads all planning related to NENA events including building and maintaining internal and external schedules and procedures.
• Executes all meeting planning activities (including but not limited to, RFPs, location identification, hotel booking, conference space negotiation, F&B oversight).
• Responsible for hotel reservations for staff, Board of Directors, VIPs, contractors.
• Arranges catering, room setup, scheduling and AV for all off-site venues.
• Builds and maintains event budgets and invoices, ensuring accuracy and correct budget allocation.
• Serves as main contact for all outside meeting-related contractors and exhibitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• CMP Certification required
• Minimum of 5-7 years progressive experience planning and executing large-scale meetings and conferences in a related role required
• Office experience required
• Nonprofit mission driven experience not required but strongly preferred
• Basic accounting experience preferred

Technical Competencies

• Communication platforms, including Slack, Zoom, MS Teams
• Contract Management
• Event Management
• Event Planning & Design
• Event Scheduling, Logistics & Execution
• External Communications
• Financial Management
• Internet Browsers (Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer)
• Knowledge of Systems (e.g., Your Membership)
• Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Point of Sale Software
• Project/Program Administration
• Reconciliation & Financial Reporting

Behavioral Competencies

Universal Competencies for All NENA Staff:

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.
• Collaboration: Builds constructive working relationships with fellow team members, clients/customers/association members, other work units, community organizations, and others to meet goals and objectives; conducts themselves in a professional and supportive manner when working with individuals from various backgrounds.
• Communication: Conveys and receives information and ideas through various media to/from individuals or groups that engage the listener, helps them understand and retain the message, and invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed appropriately; demonstrates good written, oral, and listening skills. Demonstrates executive presence and strong communication skills to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels.

Competencies for the Director, Conferences & Events

• Adaptability: Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities; smoothly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; approaches change positively and adjusts accordingly. Demonstrates schedule flexibility and willingness to work extended hours during peak conference seasons to meet deadlines.
• Conflict Management: Encourages creative tension and diversity of opinions. Prevents counterproductive conflict. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements constructively through strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Stress Tolerance: Maintains effective performance under pressure while operating with the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct. Handles stress in a manner acceptable to others and the organization.

How to Apply

Submit the following (.pdf files only) to NENA CEO, John Provenzano, at [e-mail]:

• Letter of interest detailing how the applicant meets each of the qualifications above
• Current resume
• Any relevant supporting documentation
• At least two professional references