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Events Specialist Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Events Specialist to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Track registration status and manage related commitments;
- Assist with the development and assembly of onsite event materials and support documents;
- Manage budget and payment schedule; reviewing event bills for accuracy and processing invoices in a timely manner;
- Manage shipping process for all events; liaising with mail room and stakeholders to ensure timelines are met;
- Audit existing event processes to make recommendations for continuous improvement;
- Manage contributors to ensure on-time delivery;
- Oversee logistical, room and function details for each event;
- Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved;
- Ensure Foresters conferences and events utilize industry best practices and modernization techniques;
- Contribute to meeting content development and programming; researching relevant event topics and acquiring featured speakers (internal and external);
- Engage key stakeholders and drive program elements to ensure event achieves business objectives;
- Provide presentation development support to speakers and stakeholders;
- Provide periodic reports, updates and briefings to all stakeholders;
- Organize minute-by-minute scheduling to ensure flawless event execution;
- Collaborate on the design, development, and oversight of the execution of all Member Governance conferences and events.
Requirements:
- Skilled at working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines;
- Self-starter with excellent project management, organizational and record-keeping skills;
- Knowledge of membership-based and/or not-for-profit organizations is an asset;
- Positive, ‘can do’ attitude, with the ability to anticipate problems and be proactive in finding solutions;
- Experience with developing conference programming and content;
- Minimum 5 years experience in event/meetings management;
- Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking;
- University or College degree / diploma strongly preferred, as well as formal and on-the-job training in event management;
- CMP or equivalent certification is an asset.