Senior Event Technology & Registration Lead

AFL-CIO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AFL-CIO is seeking an Event Planning & Technology Manager to serve as the department's expert for event technology, registration systems, and complex meeting operations in Washington, DC. You will independently manage a high-volume portfolio of mid-sized to large events and lead the development of registration platforms, mobile apps, attendee communications, and reporting.

The role combines strategic event planning with technical leadership, overseeing on-site operations, vendor management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience planning complex meetings, conferences, and conventions.
• Demonstrated expertise administering Cvent, including registration websites, reporting, attendee management, and onsite solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with event mobile applications and meeting technology solutions.
• Cvent Certification within 12 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage meetings, conferences, ancillary convention convenings, and special events from inception through post-event reconciliation.
• Lead stakeholder discovery meetings to establish objectives, attendee experience, budgets, and logistical requirements.
• Negotiate contracts with hotels, transportation providers, audiovisual companies, decorators, caterers, and suppliers.
• Develop comprehensive project timelines and oversee milestones throughout planning lifecycle.
• Manage on-site operations, registration teams, vendors, and volunteers, and handle troubleshooting.
• Provide guidance on event technology, registration policies, workflows, and governance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Event technology proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Event Management

Tools

Cvent

Job description

AFL-CIO is seeking an Event Planning & Technology Manager to serve as the department's expert for event technology, registration systems, and complex meeting operations in Washington, DC. You will independently manage a high-volume portfolio of mid-sized to large events and lead the development of registration platforms, mobile apps, attendee communications, and reporting.

The role combines strategic event planning with technical leadership, overseeing on-site operations, vendor management, and