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Event Specialist Job Details   Level  Entry Job Location  RFF - WASHINGTON, DC Position Type  Full Time Education Level  4 Year Degree Salary Range  Undisclosed Travel Percentage  Undisclosed Job Shift  Day Job Category  Undisclosed   Description Overview Resources for the Future (RFF) is an independent, nonprofit research institution in Washington, DC. Our mission is to improve environmental, energy, and natural resource decisions through impartial economic research and policy engagement. We’re looking for an innovative events professional to execute high-profile live events that serve as an extension of RFF’s vital research. This individual will play a crucial role in elevating our organizational profile and brand by organizing and executing 10-15 public events a year.  Candidates with a strong work ethic, an interest or background in the fields of environmental, energy, and natural resource policy, and who share RFF’s mission and organizational values, will be particularly well suited to the role.   Responsibilities Support the development of creative, impactful, and lively policy events for RFF that help to elevate the organization’s public profile and further our goal of improving environmental, energy, and natural resource decisions. Coordinate all logistical details for all RFF events, including but not limited to securing venue, A/V equipment, catering, photography, event staging and design, and printing. Maintain event plans and event budgets on a regular basis. Serve as main point of contact the day-of each public event and problem solve when challenges arise to ensure smooth execution of the events. Maintain ongoing relationships with external vendors and stakeholders to ensure quality of service. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality, Journalism, Public Policy, or a related field.  2-4 years relevant event experience is preferable. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, ability to foster strong relationships with partners and vendors, creative solution orientation, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced and changing environment, and excellent time-management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure. Comfortable with multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.  Ability to work in a changeable setting, with variable pressures and responsibilities. Strong aesthetic and design sensibilities. Any past experience in Adobe Creative Cloud or similar design products would be helpful. Strong organizational and project management skills. Experience using Asana or similar project management tools would be highly beneficial in this role. The ability and desire to collaborate closely with fellow communications and policy professionals. Accustomed to communicating with a high level of professionalism amongst event speakers and attendees. Willingness to travel occasionally. Candidates with an interest or background in the fields of environmental, energy, and natural resource policy, and who share RFF’s mission and organizational values, will be particularly well suited to the role.   All interested applicants for this role should submit a thoughtful cover letter and current resume via www.rff.org/about/careers . We look for candidates who are already authorized to work in the U.S. and are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Salary is competitive. RFF benefits include a collegial environment, 20 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 3 days family medical leave, 10 holidays, medical insurance, educational assistance, and commuter benefits. Due to the anticipated volume of interest, we are unable to respond to telephone or email inquiries regarding this position. RFF is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.  

Development Events Coordinator April 10, 2019   Development Department Under the direct supervision of the Development Operations Manager, the Development Events Coordinator manages development-related events, including the annual gala, donor cultivation and stewardship events, exhibition openings and sponsor events. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Development Events Working with the Development Department, establish an overall fundraising events strategy, clarifying goals, outcomes and metrics of success for each event. Manage 4-6 events per year associated with Museum programming such as exhibitions, education programming, award-related events, and public programs. Coordinate 4-6 donor cultivation receptions and dinners annually, either on-site or off-site, in Washington and New York, including board receptions. Coordinate private functions for donors and sponsors entitled to Museum space usage benefits; respond to inquiries about space use. Communicate with other Museum departments, including Visitor Services and the Executive Director, to ensure that all parties have the information needed to support each event successfully. Maintain master development events calendar. Working with Marketing & Communications Department, coordinate the design and distribution of printed or email event invitations for Museum events. Manage guest lists, rsvps, and check-ins for all Museum events, including in Social Tables and DonorPerfect Online, communicating with guests as needed, including after the event. Maintain relationships with key event vendors (incl. catering, floral, lighting, décor), solicit bids, and manage day of logistics. Ensure that Museum staff members are fully briefed for events, providing prepared guest bios for relationship managers. Conduct internal debriefing discussions and document lessons learned, as appropriate. With the operations manager, track event metrics and create tools for benchmarking and assessing the success of an event. Annual Gala Support the institutional giving team in fundraising efforts for the annual gala, the Museum’s largest donor event. Lead event logistics (catering, seating, presentation, etc.). Work with the institutional giving team in developing the electronic Save the Date, printed suite of materials (invitations), and overall event design. Assist with production of all promotional materials. Coordinate logistics with all event vendors. Input and manage the guest list in Social Tables. Coordinate day-of volunteer efforts as needed. Other Responsibilities Serve as a member of the development staff, participating in the planning and activities of the department. Share Reception duties as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements Specific requirements include: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years event experience or similar. Full command of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of donor and/or event databases a plus. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills required. Must be creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, flexible, and able to meet tight deadlines and work independently as well as collaboratively. Superior project and time management skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and needs. Many evening and some weekend hours required. ADA SPECIFICATIONS While largely sedentary, this position requires the ability to sit, stand, lift up to 20 lbs, speak and to hear, sometimes for extended periods of time. Requires the ability to use a computer and office equipment traditionally found in office settings. To apply, send cover letter and resume (subject line: Development Events Coordinator) to recruitment@nbm.org . Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis.

Events and Registration Assistant April 9, 2019 Washington, District Columbia, US Contract Full Time Humentum is a global nonprofit/charity focused on advancing operational excellence for social good. We build the capacity of staff at international development and relief organizations to address the operational challenges they face while working toward their missions. Humentum was created from the merger of three well-established organizations: Mango, a UK-registered charity and social enterprise that specializes in financial management; InsideNGO, a Washington, DC-based member association of international non-governmental organizations; and LINGOs, a virtual not-for-profit capacity building organization specializing in eLearning. Learn more about us here: www.humentum.org. Position Overview   Working as a member of the learning delivery operations team, this role will work with the wider learning team, alliances, and advocacy team on a regular basis. The Events and Registration Assistant ensures the logistical needs of our workshops are met and supports the registration process for attendees of all Humentum learning events. Key Responsibilities Materials Production Print, assemble and deliver/pack workshop materials and supplies including name badges, tent cards, agendas, highlighters, post-its, etc. Ensure adequate supply of materials, conduct regular inventory of meeting supplies and order supplies for events; Provide administrative support to events or program staff as needed On-site support for DC events Set-up training room prior to event; Oversee the coordination of all event logistics: venue requirements, catering, and ensure needed workshop supplies are at site; Support on-site registration; Attend events as necessary Break down and clean-up events as necessary Annual Conference and workshop registration Process registrations, cancellations, substitutions Collect outstanding payments prior to start of conference/workshop Track ineligible registrations Manage waitlists Monitor and report enrollment numbers Enforce organization’s policies and procedures Proof check workshop registrant information Answer phone calls Other Assist with other general office administration, Maintain DC office supplies Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS   Qualifications and Desired Experience High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook Experience using database administration tools; experience with Salesforce a plus Strong experience with accurate data entry Prior customer service experience is required A high standard of English Spanish or French language skills preferred Skills and Attributes Meticulous attention to detail – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, organized, monitors own work to ensure quality Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including email and online messaging Ability to manage multiple tasks Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with rapidly changing priorities in a dynamic and unpredictable context Independent problem-solving ability Customer-oriented, positive attitude Must be able to work as part of a remote team as well as independently Job-Related Information This is a full-time temporary position, estimated to last 3-6 months, with the possibility of permanent placement. This role is based in Washington, DC and part of a wider remote global team, you will need to work independently as well as part of the team to achieve team-based targets. Equal Opportunities Statement   Humentum is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.