Events Manager - Atlanta, United States - National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Description
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR) seeks an Events Manager to join our dynamic and versatile Events Team.
Position Summary
An Events Manager is responsible for working with clients to complete on-site and virtual event sales, services, and fulfillment for The National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Inc.
We seek to approach every client and potential client interaction with positivity and can-do attitude, utilizing strong interpersonal skills in both internal and external communications.
To be successful an Events Manager must be passionate about providing outstanding client and partner experiences.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide outstanding, professional customer service to existing and potential NCCHR Events clientele
Field inbound event leads and inquiries
Serve as primary contact during event planning and implementation process, in areas such as: brainstorming and implementing event plans and concepts, menu recommendations, space selection and format, scheduling, logistical planning, liaising with and securing vendors
Expertise in communicating and negotiating event budget details and client costs
Supervise day-of event execution, with the support of team members and vendors as appropriate, addressing last minute logistical needs, ensuring proper execution of events and providing course correcting options and/or directives, seeking leadership's guidance when needed
Provide guidance and support to internal departments to effectively secure and utilize meeting and event space(s), space logistics and setup, and catering as needed for internal events such as large staff meetings, vendor meetings, potential donor meetings, etc.
Ensure appropriate NCCHR Events policies and procedures are communicated in writing to clients as part of the event planning process, and policies and procedures are adhered to during events
Complete pre- and post-event responsibilities as team policy necessitates
Core Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field
Minimum 5-7 years of applied event industry experience
Strong commitment to providing outstanding, best in class client service
Project management, process, time-management and problem-solving expertise
Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and conflict resolution abilities
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Vendor management, event budget, marketing and negotiation experience
Professional personal presentation; highly organized and personable
Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe and Share Point
Experience or familiarity with ReServe Interactive for event management preferred
Ability to occasionally work early mornings, evenings and weekends as events call for
Commitment to the mission, core values, and vision of National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Physical Requirements
Capable of working on a computer for extended periods of time
Extended periods of sitting, walking and/or standing
Cognitive ability for critical thinking, problem-solving, quick decision-making
Ability to lift, carry, and or move up to 25 pounds
Bending, reaching, kneeling, crawling
Employment Eligibility
NCCHR is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity.
We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on age (40 and over), race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, and any additional statuses protected by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center) is an engaging cultural center that connects the American Civil Rights Movement to today's ongoing struggle for human rights, whether at a local, national or global level.
Our purpose is to create a safe space for visitors and attendees to explore the fundamental rights of all human beings so that they come away inspired and empowered to join the ongoing dialogue about human rights in their communities, workplace, and lives.
The Center has a local footprint in downtown Atlanta, Georgia with a national reach in the ongoing pursuit of civil and human rights for all.
To learn more, visit our website.
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