Director of Event Services

The Director of Event Services provides program management expertise, support and service in connection with the coordination and implementation of the comprehensive special event program to benefit Childhelp; serves as the primary representative and (or) resource for assigned events. Manages and oversees all aspects of small to mid-size, moderately complex Special Events to ensure all steps are executed on time and within budget to include: • Manages project budget, timelines, and strategies • Manages scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and external vendors, and contractual deliverables • Develops project plan, leads project team, and facilitates completion of tasks according to timelines • Prepares report for upper management and Event Chairs regarding status • Researches and recommends event venues negotiating contracts • Coordinates and negotiates contracts for logistics such as transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology • Works with Graphic Design team to develop event collateral materials and even deliverables • Manages production and logistics to include onsite presence and support at events • Ensures appropriate support/deliverables are provided to corporate partners and sponsors • Minimum of two years’ experience in event management • Working knowledge of show flow, agendas, and event timeline management Abilities • Ability to work with and influence vendors/partners, and other stakeholders • Ability to attend to details as well as focus on the larger goals • Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment and comply with continuous and multiple deadlines and evolving priorities with limited supervision • Ability to work collaborative as part of a team Preferences • Non-profit experience • Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM experience