Global Events Planning with Google Meeting

Central Point Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management firm in Washington DC is seeking an Events Planning Logistics Consultant. The role focuses on developing and executing global event strategies while managing logistics and budgets. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and over 8 years of event planning experience, including global projects. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement of 2 days onsite and 3 days remote, with approximately 25% travel expected. Certification in meeting industry is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of demonstrated meeting/event planning experience.
• 3+ years of global meeting/event planning experience.
• Extensive knowledge of hospitality industry specific to conference planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Director/Senior Director to develop global event strategies.
• Manage finances of projects including budgets and financial reports.
• Provide logistical management for events, including registration and housing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program management

Customer service

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Asana

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Zoom

Job description

Global Events Planning with Google Meeting

25. hour pay rate

Events Planning Logistics Consultant- Global- Must have Google Meeting

Job Title: Manager, Events

Location: Washington DC – must be local to apply

Employment type: Contract – 6 month contract, needed ASAP.

Work arrangement: HYBRID – 2 days onsite, 3 days remote

• Coordinate with the Director/Senior Director to develop and execute global event strategies
• Provide operational oversite and project management for departmental and organizational goals which includes creating and managing production timelines (work plans) and conducting planning meetings with clients and partners
• Manage finances of projects including creating and managing meeting budgets and financial reports and tracking
• Provide logistical management to include registration, housing, etc. preshow and onsite for events.
• Manage RFPs, selection, and contract negotiations for sites and vendors in several areas including: general services contractors, audio visual, catering, mobile apps, printers, shipping, and other vendors as required. Act as main point of contact for all vendors to ensure work is completed
• Coordinate with the marketing department to create, review, and send event marketing materials including emails, program books, ads, websites, and mobile apps
• Review and update standard operating procedures for department

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (required); may have an advanced degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ Years of demonstrated meeting/event planning experience.
• 3+ Years of demonstrated global meeting/event planning experience.
• Extensive knowledge of hospitality industry, specific to conference planning and execution. Excellent knowledge of industry best practices, procedures, and principles.
• Certification: CMP, CMM, CEM, or other Meeting Industry certifications preferred.
• Experience in an association environment is also a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in the use of Asana, Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, SmartSheets, and Excel), Adobe Acrobat, Zoom, and databases.
• Skills: Solid leadership, communication, and program management skills with the ability to successfully mobilize diverse resources and effectively manage complex projects simultaneously. Customer service focused, detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Proficient in multi-tasking, organizing, managing, and tracking multiple projects on schedule. Support volunteer leaders with strategic planning for the organization.
• Possess critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate change champion attributes. Essential qualities include organizing, critical thinking, time management, strategic, collaborative, flexible, adaptable, and political approaches.
• Ability to work nights and weekends for successful execution of events. Ability to move about to accomplish tasks for many hours a day during events. Ability to lift 25 lbs. and work extended days during events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Approximately 25% travel.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Research Services & Events Services