Coordinate planning and execution of the Program's major events, including Philosophy Salons, Happy Hours, the R&D Lab convenings, and occasional national gatherings.
Manage logistics from start to finish, including scheduling, registration, catering, AV, and travel arrangements.
Direct venue research, vendor coordination, and contract processing; track event-related timelines and maintain checklists.
Support event budgeting by tracking expenses, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate records.
Draft event agendas, prepare briefing materials, and coordinate communications with speakers and participants.
Serve as point-of-contact during events, handling logistics and participant needs on-site.
Execute expansion efforts to expand salons and convenings beyond DC, supporting outreach and adaptation to new communities.
Document event outcomes for grant reporting, ensuring activities are recorded and reported accurately.
Assist in the initiative's media and publication creation, including editorial support for print, podcast, video, and other formats; participate in team editorial meetings.
Contribute to broader Program activities and perform other duties as assigned.
Reports directly to the Director.
Requirements
Bachelors degree required; concentration in event management, communications, political science, philosophy, or related field preferred.
3 - 5 years of professional experience in event planning, program coordination, or nonprofit project management.
Experience supporting multi-city events preferred but not required.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with ability to balance multiple priorities.
Demonstrated success coordinating event logistics, including vendor communications and participant support.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A collaborative spirit with initiative to solve problems and anticipate needs.
Interest in the intersection of philosophy and public life.
Willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends as events require.
Willingness to be in-person with colleagues a minimum of 40% of the time.
Benefits
competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits to our employees and their families.
generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
retirement benefits.
paid leave.
Reimagining Work policy: in-person minimum of 40% with flexibility to work remotely for the balance.
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