Ottawa Riverkeeper | Sentinelle de la rivière des Outaouais
USA Event Manager
Ottawa Riverkeeper | Sentinelle de la rivière des Outaouais, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090
Who we are:
Public Sector Network (PSN) brings together public and industry partners, in an open forum, to help deliver fair and collaborative alliances.
Starting in Australia back in 2014, Public Sector Network has grown from two people and a dining table to a global team of over 100 located in Sydney, New York, Oslo, and everywhere in between. Our team is diverse, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences to PSN.
We believe business can be a force for good. As an accredited B Corp, and through partnership with Pledge 1% and One Tree Planted, we’ll harness the power of business to shift the global economy and build momentum on corporate philanthropy.
About the role:
Reporting to the Head of Operations (and the Global Operations Director in their absence), the Events Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of a portfolio of events and formats, including but not limited to Large Scale Events & Exhibitions, Hybrid & Virtual Events, Roadshows, Custom Events, and Webinars.
The role also requires a creative and flexible approach to Event Management, strong communication and time management skills, along with stakeholder management.
ROLE OBJECTIVES
Works strategically on the overall delivery of event products.
Works closely with internal departments daily to ensure a seamless delivery of Public Sector Network's events.
Works autonomously and part of a team to meet deadlines.
Coordinates and manages external suppliers for event delivery.
Has a high level of attention to detail and brand awareness.
Maintains relationships with external stakeholders.
Contributes and collaborates within the operations team and internal departments.
Manages venues, suppliers, and external stakeholders on all aspects of event operations.
Manages budget costs pre and post-event, ensuring all items are cost-effective.
Manages and upholds brand standards at events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
End-to-end event management – ensuring that all projects run to time; that all stakeholders are communicated with in a timely and professional manner and that no detail is left to chance. From initial briefing, through the planning and execution on site, to final evaluation.
Event logistics – develop and manage the critical path, manage all logistics and suppliers within necessary timeframes and budget.
Delegate liaison – manage delegate retention and maintain accurate records. Maintain regular communication to optimise delegate engagement, attendance, and participation.
Speaker liaison – re-confirming speaker and session details and coordinating AV requirements.
Sponsor/Partner liaison – coordinate and engage sponsors in the event lead-up.
Supplier management – clear communication and negotiation with venues, AV production, design, and print.
Interactive website – updating the website with necessary information.
Professional communication – confidence in written and verbal communication with stakeholders at all levels.
Post-event analysis – including management of the evaluation process, collating and distributing the event.
Necessary feedback to all relevant parties, holding event debrief, final budget reconciliation & reviewing.
Facilitation and optimization of internal relationships – collaborating with production, sales, and marketing teams to ensure events are fully promoted and supported.
Admin – provide administrative and event support to other members of the event team as required.
General Duties Include:
Actively support the Company’s social purposes at work.
Be a positive part of the Company’s culture and help it grow.
Act ethically, kindly, and respectfully to every fellow employee, the Company’s customers and suppliers, and any other person encountered in the course of employment.
An attitude of - “I am responsible for taking action, asking questions, getting answers, and making decisions. I won't wait for someone to tell me. If I need to know, I'm responsible for asking. I have no right to be offended that I didn't 'get this sooner.”
What we offer:
4 weeks annual leave.
Birthday paid day off.
Work from home or our shared US office space.
5 annual days of volunteering leave.
Employee Assistance Program - free counselling and financial and health resources for you and your immediate family.
Professional and personal development.
Monthly in-person and virtual team get-togethers.
Work for a BCorp company who contributes $$ to One Tree Planted annually.
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Public Sector Network (PSN) brings together public and industry partners, in an open forum, to help deliver fair and collaborative alliances.
Starting in Australia back in 2014, Public Sector Network has grown from two people and a dining table to a global team of over 100 located in Sydney, New York, Oslo, and everywhere in between. Our team is diverse, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences to PSN.
We believe business can be a force for good. As an accredited B Corp, and through partnership with Pledge 1% and One Tree Planted, we’ll harness the power of business to shift the global economy and build momentum on corporate philanthropy.
About the role:
Reporting to the Head of Operations (and the Global Operations Director in their absence), the Events Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of a portfolio of events and formats, including but not limited to Large Scale Events & Exhibitions, Hybrid & Virtual Events, Roadshows, Custom Events, and Webinars.
The role also requires a creative and flexible approach to Event Management, strong communication and time management skills, along with stakeholder management.
ROLE OBJECTIVES
Works strategically on the overall delivery of event products.
Works closely with internal departments daily to ensure a seamless delivery of Public Sector Network's events.
Works autonomously and part of a team to meet deadlines.
Coordinates and manages external suppliers for event delivery.
Has a high level of attention to detail and brand awareness.
Maintains relationships with external stakeholders.
Contributes and collaborates within the operations team and internal departments.
Manages venues, suppliers, and external stakeholders on all aspects of event operations.
Manages budget costs pre and post-event, ensuring all items are cost-effective.
Manages and upholds brand standards at events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
End-to-end event management – ensuring that all projects run to time; that all stakeholders are communicated with in a timely and professional manner and that no detail is left to chance. From initial briefing, through the planning and execution on site, to final evaluation.
Event logistics – develop and manage the critical path, manage all logistics and suppliers within necessary timeframes and budget.
Delegate liaison – manage delegate retention and maintain accurate records. Maintain regular communication to optimise delegate engagement, attendance, and participation.
Speaker liaison – re-confirming speaker and session details and coordinating AV requirements.
Sponsor/Partner liaison – coordinate and engage sponsors in the event lead-up.
Supplier management – clear communication and negotiation with venues, AV production, design, and print.
Interactive website – updating the website with necessary information.
Professional communication – confidence in written and verbal communication with stakeholders at all levels.
Post-event analysis – including management of the evaluation process, collating and distributing the event.
Necessary feedback to all relevant parties, holding event debrief, final budget reconciliation & reviewing.
Facilitation and optimization of internal relationships – collaborating with production, sales, and marketing teams to ensure events are fully promoted and supported.
Admin – provide administrative and event support to other members of the event team as required.
General Duties Include:
Actively support the Company’s social purposes at work.
Be a positive part of the Company’s culture and help it grow.
Act ethically, kindly, and respectfully to every fellow employee, the Company’s customers and suppliers, and any other person encountered in the course of employment.
An attitude of - “I am responsible for taking action, asking questions, getting answers, and making decisions. I won't wait for someone to tell me. If I need to know, I'm responsible for asking. I have no right to be offended that I didn't 'get this sooner.”
What we offer:
4 weeks annual leave.
Birthday paid day off.
Work from home or our shared US office space.
5 annual days of volunteering leave.
Employee Assistance Program - free counselling and financial and health resources for you and your immediate family.
Professional and personal development.
Monthly in-person and virtual team get-togethers.
Work for a BCorp company who contributes $$ to One Tree Planted annually.
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