Events Manager

Events Manager

Job Details

Job Location
Corporate Facility – Oklahoma City, OK

Position Type
Full Time

Job Shift
Day

Description

Position Overview

Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.

We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.

Position Summary

The Events Manager is responsible for overseeing live, virtual and hybrid meetings, budgeting, and project management in support of the Senior Manager of Events & Logistics. The Events Manager possesses strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines, and experience leading event teams effectively.

Essential Job Functions

Oversees live meetings and special events, including budgeting, site selection, contract negotiation, registration, marketing materials, hotel accommodations, audio-visual services, and exhibits, and post-event activities

Plans and executes virtual events that provide return on investment to key stakeholders and an engaging digital experience for attendees
Manages on-site event teams, including administrative staff, temporary event staff and consultants
Builds and maintains strong relationships with clients, partners, vendors, and other team members
Prepares budget estimates and written proposals to secure new business
Stays current on meeting and event trends, including new technology, and contributes creative ideas and solutions

Utilizes a variety of systems, tools, and platforms to accomplish goals
Represents Public Strategies at external events, conferences and meetings, as appropriate
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education/Training

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or related field, required
Minimum of four years’ experience in lieu of degree
Certified Meeting Professional or other relevant certification, preferred
 

Experience

Minimum of five years’ experience working in an event-related capacity, required
Prior supervision of personnel, required
Experience with Cvent & Whova registration, preferred
Participation in a professional association for meeting professionals, preferred
 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

MS Office proficiency, required
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously, and maintain professionalism under pressure 
Ability to perform well both independently and as part of a team
Effective written and oral communication skills
High energy
Has a positive and constructive sense of humor
Ability to travel domestically by air and/or vehicle (barring travel restrictions)
Some evening and weekend work required
This position is based in Oklahoma City

Public Strategies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.  Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, not on classifications protected by law, including but not limited to:  race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identify, and pregnancy), religion, national origin, age (40 and older), disability, genetic information, military service, or any other classification protected by law.

To apply, or learn more about this role, please apply at www.publicstrategies.com