American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) · 20 hours ago
Project Manager, Event Experience
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is dedicated to ending cancer as we know it. They are seeking a Project Manager to oversee the life cycle and event experience for priority events, managing execution from initiation through evaluation, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Facilitates and coordinates the work of multiple projects for the implementation of best-in-class, priority events that deliver an elevated guest experience
Provides overall orchestration and support, including project and process management, branding, vendor sourcing, negotiation and contracting, budget management, and on-site event operations. Identifies and works to remove barriers to successful event execution with emphasis on proactively preventing and/or resolving issues
Facilitates event logistics which can include run of show, day of event volunteer management, venue selection, catering, security, production, photography, auctioneer, registration and computer system. Facilitates event collateral & communications which can include program visuals and event collateral
Develops relationships with cross-pillar team members and field leaders to ensure all needs associated with events are met and there is effective communication and coordination
Provides timely project status updates and regular progress meetings on milestones, budget and schedule, as well as risk assessments, analysis, and key deliverables. Facilitates an event execution retrospective review to identify opportunities to elevate future event experience
In partnership with relationship coordinators, delivers event sponsorship benefits, specifically execution of day-of sponsorship benefits and experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or a combination of education and work experience
2 years of relevant business experience
Demonstrated success managing multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional teams within budgetary and schedule constraints
Ability to strategically and tactically organize and structure activities, paying particular attention to detail
Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions
Experienced in tactical and strategic project management, managing team-based activities
Ability to build consensus and to work through others in achieving desired results and objectives
Experienced in identifying the best vendors to work with, negotiating the best price and terms
Ability to set and consistently deliver against a work plan in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively, using a variety of verbal and written methods, tailored to meet business needs
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of diverse constituencies
Knowledge of decision-making and problem-solving techniques to facilitate effective project and organizational leadership
Demonstrated ability to grasp a general knowledge of multiple disciplines and technologies
Good understanding of business and financial principles, demonstrated by experience managing budgets, schedules and resources
Self-motivated and able to work with limited, remote supervision
Demonstrated work ethic, integrity and professional conduct
Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a big picture focus
Ability to provide strategic guidance in a collaborative, consultative, and positive manner to volunteers, team members, and constituencies
Knowledge and understanding of ACS organization structure, workflow, and operating procedures
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of full range of Microsoft Office Software and proven ability to develop expertise in systems such as Saleforce, Canva, LinkedIn, contract management and procurement tools
Benefits
Generous paid time off policy
Medical
Dental
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs
Company
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) advocates for evidence-based public policies to reduce the cancer burden for everyone.