Wargaming Event Planner - $24 to $36 per HOUR

Within SPA, the Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) stands out as a vital unit providing expert support services across a broad spectrum of clients, including various Department of Defense branches, Federal Civilian agencies, and international markets. The Wargaming Event Planner will be responsible for coordinating, managing, and supervising all logistical and administrative aspects tied to wargame-related events. In addition, the Wargaming Event Planner will manage participant registration, check-in procedures, access control, and security clearances in close cooperation with host facilities and NATO security offices. This is a unique opportunity to join a respected company and contribute to critical defense wargaming events, with rich exposure to multinational teams and complex operational environments that support NATO and U.S. defense initiatives. • Candidates must be citizens of one of the NATO member countries • Bachelor’s degree required • Minimum 5 years of experience in event coordination or management • Prior experience managing operational or strategic level events • Experience working in multinational teams • Demonstrated stakeholder management • Proven understanding of event management including facilities, transportation, administrative, security, IT, and logistics • Experience coordinating events in Europe • Possession of NATO Secret Security Clearance or national equivalent • Proficiency in English language per STANAG 6001 standards • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative tools • Able to work fully onsite in Norfolk, VA • Experience with after-action reviews and documenting event management processes