Statewide Events & Programs Manager

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University is seeking an Events & Programs Manager to direct and develop SBTDC events across North Carolina. You will handle venue sourcing, contract negotiations, vendor management, and on-site execution to ensure high-quality experiences across regions.

The role requires 3-5+ years of leading large multi-location conferences, strong budget skills, and collaboration with internal teams. Travel is involved; position is based in Raleigh, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5+ years experience designing and managing large-scale conferences or multi-location events.
• Experience negotiating business contracts and managing vendors.

Responsibilities

• Venue sourcing & contracting, evaluating options, leading negotiations and maintaining a vetted venue database across NC.
• Forecast and manage overall event budgets; approve expenditures and coordinate with external sponsors if applicable.
• Develop and implement event frameworks, timelines, registration logistics, and end-to-end production (AV, branding, materials, layouts).
• Serve as final decision-maker for venue, caterers, AV providers, and other key vendors; build statewide network of preferred vendors.
• Establish and monitor quality standards for events, including dietary accommodations and catering decisions.

Skills

Event management

Vendor negotiation

Budget management

Contracting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

NC State University is seeking an Events & Programs Manager to direct and develop SBTDC events across North Carolina. You will handle venue sourcing, contract negotiations, vendor management, and on-site execution to ensure high-quality experiences across regions.

The role requires 3-5+ years of leading large multi-location conferences, strong budget skills, and collaboration with internal teams. Travel is involved; position is based in Raleigh, NC.