Events Manager

The role

The Manager, Events assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the Events Team. This person creates event experiences and manages projects for members, stakeholders, and government and military leaders.

What you will do

• Develop event concepts, objectives, and timelines
• Create detailed event plans and checklists
• Track project management for the Events team
• Support day to day Event team operations including Hive project management and agenda development
• Draft RFPs and manage the proposal process
• Schedule prep calls and briefings with leadership and partners
• Support sourcing and negotiating vendor contracts and relationships
• Perform post-event evaluation and analyze performance
• Prepare after action reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• 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
• Strong attention to detail
• Experienced content writer and strategic thinker
• Flexibility with work schedule in support of deadlines and events
• Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Proficiency with Hive, Salesforce, Adobe
• Proficiency with Cvent
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail, critical thinker, and problem-solver
• Proficiency in project management for tracking project metrics, deliverables, and contacts
• Familiarity with and passion for military culture, lifestyle, and terminology

Benefits

• 403(b) with matching
• Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Communications Allowance
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Leave for Active Duty Military Spouses
• On-the-job professional development training
• Workplace flexibility

Before you apply

• Must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area

About the company

Blue Star Families is a growing non-profit Military Service Organization that delivers solutions to transform the military experience for military family members. They operate in a highly flexible, virtual environment.