Events Manager

Job Title: Manager, Events Department: External Affairs Location: Virtual from the Washington DC Metropolitan Area Reports to: Senior Director, Events Classification: Exempt Position Type: Full-Time Employee Anticipated Pay Range at Commencement of Employment: $56,000 - $71,000 per year Blue Star Families Blue Star Families is a growing non-profit (Military Service Organization (MSO)) with a history of delivering innovative solutions. We're the team that senior DoD leaders seek out when they want ground truth on issues facing our military families. Our team members are motivated individuals that help each other do remarkable things for military families to bridge the civilian-military divide every day. We deliver first-class solutions that transform the military experience for military family members. We operate in an agile arena where great minds come together to make life better for military members and their families. We focus on data-driven insights while understanding the value of spirited storytelling. And we do all this in a highly flexible, virtual environment with great benefits! Our diverse and inclusive environment fosters a sense of belonging among our team resulting in innovative and creative decision-making. Are you ready to make a difference for the families of those who serve our great nation? We are the ideal match for the innovator, the out-of-the-box, strategic thinker who understands the value of social impact. General Description The Manager, Events assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the Events Team. Reporting to the Senior Director, Events, this position creates seamless event experiences and helps to manage the daily operations of the Events Team. The Manager, Events participates in project-based team calls and day-to-day project management, and works closely with the External Affairs department to craft memorable, engaging, and innovative events for our members, stakeholders, and government and military leaders. This role requires managing multiple projects at once, making quick decisions, and helping to manage daily team operations. The Manager, Events must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Key job functions Event Planning Develop event concepts, objectives, and timelines. Create detailed event plans and checklists. Track project management for the Events team - helping to alleviate sticking points and track completion and approvals. Day to day Event team support and management, including but not limited to Hive project management, agenda development, streamlining communication across teams, supporting the weekly project calls. Draft RFPs and manage the proposal process for the Events team. Schedule prep calls and briefings with Blue Star Families leadership, external partners and stakeholders, maintain call notes and agendas. Vendor Management Support Senior Manager, Events to source, & negotiate vendor contracts and relationships. Logistics Management Post- event evaluation to include analyzing event performance to identify areas of improvements. Prepare after action reports. Additional Tasks Complete Hive project management and development for Events team. Perform other duties as assigned. Required experience, skills, background 2-4 years of relevant experience Proficiency with Microsoft and GSuite products Experience and/or comfort working in a virtual environment Commitment to the highest standards of professionalism Ability to quickly and effectively gather information by means of interviews, research, phone calls, etc. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Ability to produce high-quality work on deadline; comfortable managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail Experienced content writer and strategic thinker Flexibility with work schedule in support of deadlines and events May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary to carry out key job functions Some travel may b…

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