Event Planner

Description

Objectives of this Role

· Support with management of all aspects of event planning meeting strict deadlines and budget demands

· Nurture and build relationships with vendors, venues, and other industry contacts to craft and implement creative and logistical aspects of all events

· Stay current, and often ahead of the curve, on event planning, design, and production trends, proactively identifying and solving operational challenges

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

· Coordinate with vendors and director of development to establish needs for events, and serve as liaison to senior level executives, government officials, and industry leaders throughout the planning process

· Research resources, make site visits, and lead pre-event meetings when necessary to help staff make decisions about event design

· Support and facilitate logistics for all events, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, security, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and marketing materials

· Oversee attendee experiences from conception through post-event, managing on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown

· Maintain and build a comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors, venues, sponsors, and auction donors

· Assist with troubleshooting any issues that arise on the event day

· Assist with seeking, making the ask, and obtaining auction items

Requirements

 Skills and Qualifications

· Experience or background in event planning or similar field

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Experience in maintaining and building enriching business relationships

· Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail

· Ability to manage complex problems under timelines

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in event management or a related discipline

· Experience in marketing and/or public relations

· Proficient with Microsoft products 

Employment Requirements:

· College degree

· Minimum of 1 year of professional work experience

· Must be able to perform assigned duties in a vape/tobacco-free work environment 

· 3 years clean driving history with a valid Tennessee driver’s license

Sertoma Center, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic.

We participate in E-Verify

We participate in the Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Program

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