Event Manager I

Davita Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking an experienced Events Manager to oversee the planning and execution of high-quality events within the Aerospace and Defense industries. The ideal candidate will bring a solid background in event management, leadership, and budget handling with a focus on continuous improvement. This role offers opportunities to manage significant projects and foster key relationships within a dynamic professional environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in event management, meetings, or similar.
• 5 years of experience in Aerospace and Defense.
• Demonstrated leadership in Event Management over 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute events, developing timelines and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams for successful event delivery.
• Establish relationships with stakeholders to enhance event quality.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business or related field

Master's Degree

Tools

Cvent

CMS

Impromptu

Cognos

Job description

SAE Industry Technologies Consortia (ITC), Performance Review Institute (PRI) and SAE International (SAE), deliver shared solutions to industry's common challenges.

Join us and create a higher standard for a better world.

This position is responsible for the overall management, implementation and execution of assigned events, projects, and services using industry best practices, efficient processes, and innovative solutions. The Events Manager will also be responsible for managing and maintaining event budgets, key global relationships with staff, companies, customers, volunteers, and other partnering organizations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage and execute assigned Events through the development of timelines, budgets, and agendas. Track and evaluate Event progress and metrics, initiating course corrections and continuous improvement as needed to meet established metrics and goals.
• Provide overall direction and leadership to cross functional teams for assigned Events that generate positive net revenue
• Manage committees to ensure the organization of high quality and value added programs, products, and services
• Maintain and establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including key staff, committee members and volunteers, to develop innovative strategies for the Events
• Engage in market research and sponsorship development Provide input and develop tactics for business plans and complete final reports for assigned projects.
• Identify common needs, best practices, and potential solutions across multiple projects and leverage across the business unit.
• Ensure data integrity and accurate messaging for communicating to the marketplace.
• Contribute to the achievement of SAE's organizational goals
• Additional projects as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in business or related field
• 7 years of experience with programs, exhibits, conventions, meetings or related experience.
• 5 years experience in Aerospace and Defense
• 4 years experience of demonstrated leadership in Event Management
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent (verbal and written) communication, public speaking, and presentation skills
• Excellent leadership and motivation skills
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Develop and oversee event budgets in excess of $1M
• Strong computer skills (i.e., CMS, Impromptu, Cognos, flowcharting, word processing, email, internet research, spreadsheets, presentation, etc.)
• Strong business acumen
• 8. Strong interpersonal, team building and consensus building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while successfully meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work with and manage global industry volunteers and members.
• Ability to operate in a global business climate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree
• 8 years in Aerospace and Defense
• CAE or Project Management Certification
• Cvent experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a matrix structure

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Events Manager position operates in a professional office environment with flexibility for remote work. The role requires frequent domestic and international travel (up to 35%) and may involve extended hours, evenings, and weekends, especially during major events. The position involves moderate physical activity during event setup and execution. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, leading cross-functional teams, and managing multiple priorities. Proficiency with standard office and event management technology is required.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

SAE IndustryTechnologies Consortia (SAE ITC)enables organizations to define and pilot best practices. SAE ITC industry stakeholders are able to work together to effectively solve common problems, achieve mutual benefit for industry, and create business value.

The Performance Review Institute (PRI)is the world leader in facilitating collaborative supply chain oversight programs, quality management systems approvals, and professional development in industries where safety and quality are shared values.

SAE International (SAEI)is a global organization serving the mobility sector, predominantly in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries, fostering innovation, and enabling engineering professionals. Since 1905, SAE has harnessed the collective wisdom of engineers around the world to create industry-enabling standards. Likewise, SAE members have advanced their knowledge and understanding of mobility engineering through our information resources, professional development, and networking.

Fullsight is a shared services group working across three affiliate organizations, SAE ITC, SAE International, and Performance Review Institute (PRI), uniformly delivering HR, IT, Legal, Customer Success, Finance, and Procurement services, which enables us to distribute resources across all parts of our businesses.

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