Events Manager
Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 1, 2025
Job Description:
Remote / Virtual from the Washington DC Metropolitan AreaJob
Title: Manager, EventsDepartment: External AffairsLocation: Remote
/ Virtual from the Washington DC Metropolitan AreaReports to:
Senior Director, EventsClassification: ExemptPosition Type:
Full-Time EmployeePay Band: $56,000 - $76,000Blue 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 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 DescriptionThe
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 functionsEvent 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.
- 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.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 be required
- Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30
lbs.Desired experience, skills, background
- 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 terminologyMore About Blue Star FamiliesBlue Star Families
empowers military and Veteran families to thrive by connecting them
with their civilian neighbors - both people and organizations - to
create strong communities of mutual support. We believe we're all
stronger when we take care of one another.Our groundbreaking
research is raising the nation's awareness of the unique challenges
of military family life. With the help of neighbors across the
country, Blue Star Families is overcoming the isolation and
alienation of frequent moves, deployments, and reduced support from
the government. Our innovative programs are solving specific
challenges for military families, including fighting economic
insecurity with resources that foster spouse career development,
creating family strength with rich family programming, and
providing critical peer support for caregivers, whose numbers are
only increasing.Blue Star Families is a registered 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization.EEO PolicyBlue Star Families is an equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic
information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by law.Why Blue Star Families?
- Virtual/remote nonprofit organization that moves with you
(position specific)
- Excellent benefits (403(b) with matching, Flexible Spending,
Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Communications Allowance,
and more)
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Leave for Active Duty
Military Spouses
- On-the-job professional development training
- Front-line opportunity to positively impact the military
experience
- Workplace flexibilityApply for this job
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