Event Coordinator

Ita-Group-Inc; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ITA Group, Inc. in West Des Moines, IA is seeking an Event Coordinator to support the development and operation of travel programs for existing clients. You will work with Buyers, Event Managers, and Senior Event Managers to ensure programs run smoothly and profitably.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and excellent communication with suppliers and clients. This position is full-time and on-site in West Des Moines.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of related work experience, customer service, or retail.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with clients and suppliers.
• Ability to anticipate issues and adjust plans to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and operation of travel programs for existing clients.
• Support Buyers, Event Managers, and Senior Event Managers to deliver successful programs.
• Maintain key supplier and client relationships.
• Demonstrate urgency, ownership, and accountability in project tasks.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Customer service

Relationship building

Communication

Proactive thinking

Attention to detail

Ownership and accountability

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing or Business Administration or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CRM system knowledge

Visio

Project Management Software

Job description

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Full Time Administrative West Des Moines, IA, US

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Event Coordinator assists in the development and operation of travel programs for existing clients by providing a level of support to the internal team members that exceeds expectations. This position will assist in the development and maintenance of key supplier and client relationships.

The Event Coordinator assists Buyers, Event Managers, and Senior Event Managers in their efforts to operate successful and profitable travel programs for ITA Group clients.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferably in Event Management, Marketing or Business Administration, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum two years work experience in a related field, customer service or retail industry.
• Ability to handle numerous projects and to prioritize workload; effective organizational skills with an ability to manage details.
• Ability to think and act in a proactive manner. Capable of seeing the big picture while understanding how each element contributes to the greater whole. Must be competent to project how a change or delay in one area will impact the overall project. Willingness to try new ideas and challenge status quo.
• Experience in effective communication and relationship building skills and business writing. Ability to interact with all levels of client management.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft® PowerPoint, Microsoft® Word and Microsoft® Excel. Experience with Project Management Software, Visio and CRM system knowledge a plus, but not required.
• Ability to display a sense of urgency, ownership and accountability.
• Ability to listen, understand and respond to external and internal customers’ needs in a timely manner; customer service experience in a service-related industry preferred.
• Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.