Events Coordinator – Policy & Outreach

Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Flexible Fridays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Dental coverage

HSAs

FSA

Mental health benefits

Company cell phone

401(k) match

Job summary

Manhattan Institute for Policy Research in New York City is seeking an Event Associate to support in-person and virtual events. You will work with the VP of Strategy & Communications and the Director of Events & Strategic Partnerships on venue outreach, vendor coordination, and internal project management.

The role requires 1–2 years in relevant settings, strong communications, and the ability to multitask under pressure; some evenings may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 1–2 years' work or internship in non-profit, hospitality management or public relations is a plus.
• Familiarity with MI policy priorities and MI Fellows; interest in supporting this work.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with vendors, venues, and colleagues during all stages of the event process.
• Manage event set-up, check-in, and tear down process.
• Manage event lists, RSVPs, and guest lists.
• Manage the events pipeline calendar.
• Produce virtual events (training included).
• Some evenings required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Manhattan Institute for Policy Research in New York City is seeking an Event Associate to support in-person and virtual events. You will work with the VP of Strategy & Communications and the Director of Events & Strategic Partnerships on venue outreach, vendor coordination, and internal project management.

The role requires 1–2 years in relevant settings, strong communications, and the ability to multitask under pressure; some evenings may be required.