Event Manager

Prodapt is looking to hire an Event Manager for one of their clients in Dallas, Texas. Key requirements for this candidate are event planning and management, new member pipeline, and assisting with board meetings. The position is a part-time paid position of 20 hours per week.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversee and execute event management and logistics (venue identification, catering, budget, etc.), including all day-of event logistics

Manage and create the event run of show for each event

Work with the team to ensure all talking points, bios, and other event details are completed, including printing of brochures, form boards, and awards/plaques.

Manage and work with the event AV team to ensure slide shows, pictures, and other video/sound capabilities are completed

Manage event attendee list for events and work with the team to ensure day-of-event and follow-up event tasks are completed. Manage and oversee the event equipment is transported to each event venue the day prior to or on the day of the event

Work with members and partners to identify volunteers for each event; supervise event volunteers, including recruiting, training, and work allocation

Work with marketing lead to ensure pictures and any deliverables from events are uploaded to

social media platform and internal storage

Facilitate pipeline of new members and sponsors to increase client's membership and revenue

Provide support for members and sponsors before, during, and after the event

Attend and represent the client at designated community and member events and meetings when required.

Competencies and/or Values common to All Positions:

A clear and demonstrated commitment to the client mission, which is to serve, advocate, and promote the interests of business while enriching the life of our community.

Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the client s established mission and vision.

Advancing the client s mission and values through careful attention to the essential

Typical Working Environment:

-Work is typically performed in the client s office located at Dallas, TX and also includes travel throughout the community to business and community events.

-Limited weekend and evening hours may be required. Work hours are flexible as long as 20 hours of work are completed for the week

Job Requirements:

College/University Degree is preferable

Minimum of 7 years of experience working in a busy office environment and event

planning. Ability to multitask and manage multiple, large-scale events. Must be very detail oriented

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills are required, including creative problem-solving abilities when called for

Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Customer Relationship Management Software, and Social Media

Initiative to learn about local and international businesses, economic development, and advocacy

Fundraising, economic, and community development experience is desirable