Per Scholas · 1 month ago
Senior Manager, Events
Per Scholas is dedicated to enhancing mobility and opportunity in technology through rigorous training programs. The Senior Manager of Events will oversee the planning and execution of various events, ensuring a consistent experience for all stakeholders involved.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Responsible for coordinating Per Scholas’ participation in conferences selected by RevGen leaders
Work closely with the internal and external stakeholders to determine event (virtual and in-person) requirements
Research and facilitate the receipt of quotes from vendors, including and not limited to: audiovisual technicians, caterers, florists, and potential venues
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to promote events (pre, day of, post) through a variety of channels
Identify and escalate event compliance needs, including and not limited to: fire marshall venue capacities, necessary permits and insurances, legal requirements, and safety documentation
Facilitate post-event meetings with internal stakeholders. Gather feedback from internal and external stakeholders to evaluate the success of the event
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent practical experience, required
Minimum of 5 years experience managing events from concept to completion to support an organization's mission
At least 3 years of project management experience managing multiple workstreams and prioritizing competing tasks in a fast-paced environment
At least 2 years of experience with event management for fundraising events
Knowledge of Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Travel required approximately 25% of the time, and some evenings will be necessary to perform the event role
Preferred
Experience with Lu.ma, Salesforce, and Slack preferred
Values align with Per Scholas' mission, preferable
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.