Temporary Events Manager
Core
Manage logistics, planning, and execution of 200+ yearly research conferences, scientific meetings, and workshops for the Simons Foundation.
Role type
Senior Events Manager
Builds
Annual research conferences, scientific meetings, workshops, and social events
Domain
Academic research and science
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Event logistics management, budget management, vendor negotiation, project management, travel and accommodation coordination, on-site event operations, post-event financial reconciliation
Preferred skills
Experience in research or academic settings, Cvent proficiency, audiovisual equipment knowledge, desktop publishing
Technologies
Cvent, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Sortly
Responsibilities
Partner with host departments to execute event logistics; negotiate agreements with third-party vendors; create and monitor project management tools; execute on-site event operations; conduct post-event wrap-up including budget reconciliation; manage event supply inventory
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC