Event Technology Manager

The Event Technology Manager is responsible for assisting clients in navigating registration websites, supporting the integration of new technology platforms, and managing data, while collaborating closely with the event delivery team. • List manipulation to provide team members with relevant registration data, year on year statistics, and insight into varied elements and event analytics • Manage relationships with technology suppliers including the negotiation of contracts • Review and manage any relevant third-party vendor invoice reconciliation e.g. badging / attendee tracking etc • Provide the client with cost savings / value adds whenever possible • Assist with the training of new joiners and mentoring existing team members • Travel (10-15% annually) for on-site management of events to ensure full success and reconciliation. If you believe you would be an excellent fit for this role, please apply - we would love to see how you could fit at FIRST. • 5-7+ years of experience in Event Technology and Attendee Management including meeting planning and coordination • Cvent FLEX Experience Required • Bachelor’s Degree preferred • Proficient programming skills of HTML and CSS is beneficial • Strong proficiency with registration website platforms such as Cvent, Bizzabo, Certain, Qualtrics or other registration website platforms • Experience with virtual meeting and event platforms such as Intrado, GlobalMeet / TalkPoint, Zoom, WebEx, SpotMe, Concise Chime or other virtual meeting and event platforms • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office – specifically with Excel (i.e. comfortable with VLOOKUP function) and PowerPoint • Advanced project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Excellent written and oral communication skills at all levels • Extensive industry knowledge of new suppliers, services, and best practices • Strong client management skills with the ability to influence and lead by example, fostering a positive environment • Strong ability to create best practice and take on new initiatives independently • Client centric, approachable, ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their business and programs; adapt to ever changing demands and different client work styles • Motivated, self-starter, ability to take direction and work independently; ability to think innovatively We stand firm: FIRST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.