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SalaryABOUT PER SCHOLAS:
For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 25,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. At Per Scholas, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging aren't just buzzwords—they're in our DNA. 85+ percent of our learners are people of color, two in five are women, and more than half hold a high school diploma as their highest educational credential. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Sr. Associate of Events
Location: Remote
Reports to: Director of Events
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Per Scholas team is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Associate of Events to join our team. The Senior Associate of Events will be responsible for planning and executing various events, including campus events, graduations, partner panels, local fundraising, and webinars. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in event planning, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate well with different stakeholders. The individual deeply values the importance of ensuring that all stakeholders have a consistent experience through various touch points.
The position will report to the Director of Events and work collaboratively across the Marketing and Communication team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Planning and Coordination: Work closely with the internal and external stakeholders to determine event (virtual and in-person) requirements, including objectives, goals, budgeting, scheduling, and logistics. They create a detailed project plan, outlining all tasks, deadlines, and resources needed for a successful event.
- Vendor Management: Research and negotiate with vendors, such as caterers, decorators, audiovisual technicians, and entertainment providers, to ensure the best services within the allocated budget. They also oversee vendor contracts and manage their performance.
- Event Logistics: Manage all logistical aspects of the event (virtual or in-person), including coordinating transportation, accommodation, technical equipment, and other necessary resources. They create and maintain a detailed timeline for the event, ensuring that all activities occur seamlessly.
- Event Communications and Promotion: Partner with stakeholders to promote pre and post event through various channels including social, email, landing page and others. Manage event speakers and attendee registration to ensure a seamless process.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the event budget, keeping track of expenses, negotiating costs, and ensuring that expenditures align with the planned financials. They regularly update the stakeholders on budget status and help them make informed decisions regarding spending.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them. They also ensure compliance with legal and safety regulations, such as obtaining necessary permits, insurance, and ensuring crowd control measures are in place.
- Evaluation and Feedback: After the event, they gather feedback from clients, attendees, and vendors to evaluate the success of the event. They analyze this feedback to identify areas of improvement for future events.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO US:
Professional Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent practical experience) preferred.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience managing events from concept to completion to support an organization's mission.
- At least 2 years of project management experience managing multiple workstreams and prioritizing competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides etc.), Microsoft 365 (Excel, WOrd, PowerPoint, etc), Salesforce, experience in email marketing campaigns, HubSpot, a plus
- Occasional travel and some nights and weekends will be necessary to perform the event role.
Personal Characteristics
- You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission.
- You are detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- You are highly motivated and work independently while having a strong sense of ownership, and urgency.
- You are a team builder and motivator. You have the ability to manage projects from start to completion and manage team members along the way.
- You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You're excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently.
- You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change. You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills, and a great listener who can connect human stories to broader organizational impact through events
Compensation
For this role specifically, we target 65k with a salary range of $55,000 - $65,000. The salary difference is typically determined by several factors, including the selected candidate's geography and alignment with qualifications and experience.
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QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!
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