Event Manager

This position will support government and corporate projects and requires experience coordinating and managing varying client needs including planning, reporting, execution and record keeping. Interactions will be required via phone, virtual... video and in-person with clients, grantees and stakeholders. Event Management • Oversee and execute pre-event planning including registration, material development, vendor outreach, BEOs, run-of-show, set-up and overall event experience with purpose to deliver "best in class" event experiences • Lead or support day-of execution, including coordination with team/vendors, last minute logistical needs, ensuring effective set-up/execution of event and providing course correcting instructions/directions, when needed • Liaison with the venue, A/V, transportation to ensure all requirements and information for each event • Prepare event budgets and ensure tracking and logs of all expenses in prep for final submissions and reports • Conduct sponsor/donor outreach and coordinate management of sponsors and VIPs • Book travel and accommodations, create and submit expense reports for travelers • Track and order supplies and ensure all onsite materials are prepared, packed and shipped for onsite requirements • Assist with materials development including coordination of committees or client requests related to agenda or program development • Assist with onsite prep and logistics for meetings and events –onsite travel is required and may be to remote continental locations • Other project support duties as assigned Project Management • Oversee the timely development and execution of tasks, deliverables, and projects to assure requirements and relevance • Provide support and regular updates to clients in the completion of project tasks and deliverables • Day to day oversight and allocation coordination of project tasks and team members • Research and compile data to prepare internal and external project documents including comparison charts, weekly updates, flow charts, agendas, presentations, and tracking maps • Quality Assurance of documents and data in prep for client review • Create and maintain timetables and project maps based on internal and external deliverables • Schedule meetings and appointments based on team schedule • Attend meetings and visit project sites as needed to review projects and meet with clients • Manage and ensure full compliance with all contract requirements, schedules and provisions. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with associations, corporate and/or government clients • CMP preferred, but not required • Direct experience managing team member allocations and tasks (virtual and in-person) • Knowledge of government contracting • Ability to travel (estimated 6-8x per year) • Ability to work on multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously • Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients and VIPs to ensure deliverables and solutions are provided for each project, event or task • A doer and a driver; this role is part of a hands on, roll up your sleeves and ego free environment • Demonstrated talent for abstract thinking, spotting trends and patterns, an innate curiosity and insight into human behavior, and an instinct for innovation is critical • Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and integrate into day-to-day tasks • Strong attention to detail and highly organized • Ability to work under pressure with quick turnaround.