Events Manager Remote / Virtual from the Washington DC Metropolitan Area

Enclustra; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization dedicated to supporting military families. As the Manager of Events, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences that bridge the civilian-military divide. This position offers the chance to work in a flexible, virtual environment where your contributions will make a real difference. Collaborate with a passionate team, manage multiple projects, and utilize your event planning and project management skills to enhance the lives of those who serve our nation. If you are an out-of-the-box thinker with a commitment to social impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

403(b) with matching

Flexible Spending

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Communications Allowance

On-the-job professional development training

Permanent Change of Station Leave for Active Duty Military Spouses

Workplace flexibility

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in event planning and project management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GSuite is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Events Team and create seamless event experiences.
• Support Senior Manager in sourcing and negotiating vendor contracts.

Skills

Event Planning

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Content Writing

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GSuite

Hive

Salesforce

Adobe

Cvent

Job description

Location: Remote / Virtual from the Washington DC Metropolitan Area

Reports to: Senior Director, Events

Classification: Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time Employee

Pay Band: $56,000 - $76,000

Blue Star Families is a growing non-profit (Military Service Organization (MSO)) with a history of delivering innovative solutions. We're the team that senior DoD leaders seek out when they want ground truth on issues facing our military families. Our team members are motivated individuals that help each other do remarkable things for military families to bridge the civilian-military divide every day. We deliver first-class solutions that transform the military experience for military family members. We operate in an agile arena where great minds come together to make life better for military members and their families. We focus on data-driven insights while understanding the value of spirited storytelling. And we do all this in a highly flexible, virtual environment with great benefits! Our diverse and inclusive environment fosters a sense of belonging among our team resulting in innovative and creative decision-making.

Are you ready to make a difference for the families of those who serve our great nation? We are the ideal match for the innovator, the out-of-the-box, strategic thinker who understands the value of social impact.

General Description

The Manager, Events assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the Events Team. Reporting to the Senior Director, Events, this position creates seamless event experiences and helps to manage the daily operations of the Events Team.

This role requires managing multiple projects at once, making quick decisions, and helping to manage daily team operations. The Manager, Events must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Key job functions

Event Planning

1. Develop event concepts, objectives, and timelines.
2. Create detailed event plans and checklists.
3. Track project management for the Events team - helping to alleviate sticking points and track completion and approvals.
4. Day to day Event team support and management, including but not limited to Hive project management, agenda development, streamlining communication across teams, supporting the weekly project calls.
5. Draft RFPs and manage the proposal process for the Events team.
6. Schedule prep calls and briefings with Blue Star Families leadership, external partners and stakeholders, maintain call notes and agendas.
7. Support Senior Manager, Events to source, & negotiate vendor contracts and relationships.

Logistics Management

1. Post- event evaluation to include analyzing event performance to identify areas of improvements.

Additional Tasks

1. Complete Hive project management and development for Events team.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required experience, skills, background

1. 2-4 years of relevant experience
2. Proficiency with Microsoft and GSuite products
3. Experience and/or comfort working in a virtual environment
4. Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism
5. Ability to quickly and effectively gather information by means of interviews, research, phone calls, etc.
6. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
7. Ability to produce high-quality work on deadline; comfortable managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
8. Strong attention to detail
9. Experienced content writer and strategic thinker
10. Flexibility with work schedule in support of deadlines and events
11. May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to carry out key job functions
12. Some travel may be required
13. Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs.

Desired experience, skills, background

1. Bachelor's degree in a related field
2. Proficiency with Hive, Salesforce, Adobe
3. Proficiency with Cvent
4. Excellent interpersonal skills
5. Attention to detail, critical thinker, and problem-solver
6. Proficiency in project management for tracking project metrics, deliverables, and contacts
7. Familiarity with and passion for military culture, lifestyle, and terminology

More About Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families empowers military and Veteran families to thrive by connecting them with their civilian neighbors — both people and organizations — to create strong communities of mutual support. We believe we're all stronger when we take care of one another.

Our groundbreaking research is raising the nation's awareness of the unique challenges of military family life. With the help of neighbors across the country, Blue Star Families is overcoming the isolation and alienation of frequent moves, deployments, and reduced support from the government. Our innovative programs are solving specific challenges for military families, including fighting economic insecurity with resources that foster spouse career development, creating family strength with rich family programming, and providing critical peer support for caregivers, whose numbers are only increasing.

Blue Star Families is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

EEO Policy

Blue Star Families is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Why Blue Star Families?

1. Virtual/remote nonprofit organization that moves with you (position specific)
2. Excellent benefits (403(b) with matching, Flexible Spending, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Communications Allowance, and more)
3. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Leave for Active Duty Military Spouses
4. On-the-job professional development training
5. Front-line opportunity to positively impact the military experience
6. Workplace flexibility

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