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CoStar

Events Manager, CoStar Group

Arlington, VA

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Events, Sponsorships & Partnerships, the Events Manager is an individual contributor within the Events, Sponsorships & Partnerships team. This role supports multiple ...

CoStar Group

Events Manager, CoStar Group

Arlington, VA · On-site

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Events, Sponsorships & Partnerships, the Events Manager is an individual contributor within the Events, Sponsorships & Partnerships team. This role supports multiple ...

Liberty

Event Coordinator

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

Have knowledge and experience coordinating and organizing events, summer programing and or managing ... Senior Event Coordinator * 2 years or more event logistics or event planning ABILITIES AND ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Events Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sr Events Manager, you need extensive experience in event planning, project management, and budget oversight, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in hospitality, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software (like Cvent or Eventbrite), CRM systems, and contract negotiation is essential. Outstanding organizational skills, strong leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure the seamless execution of complex events, client satisfaction, and the ability to handle unexpected challenges proactively.

What does a Sr Events Manager do?

A Sr Events Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing large-scale events, such as conferences, corporate gatherings, or product launches. They oversee all aspects of the event process, from budgeting and vendor selection to on-site management and post-event evaluation. This role often involves leading a team, managing client relationships, and ensuring that all event objectives are met efficiently and within budget.

What is the difference between Sr Events Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectSr Events ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in event planning, project management skillsHigh school diploma or associate degree, entry-level experience
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages budgets, oversees large-scale eventsAssists with event setup, logistics, and coordination tasks
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, nonprofit, hospitality sectorsPrimarily hospitality, nonprofit, small business events

The Sr Events Manager typically has more experience, handles larger events, and manages teams, whereas the Event Coordinator focuses on logistical support and assisting with event execution. The roles differ mainly in responsibility level and scope, with the Sr Events Manager overseeing the entire event process.

What are some common challenges a Sr Events Manager faces when coordinating large-scale events, and how can they be addressed?

A Sr Events Manager often encounters challenges such as managing multiple vendors, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders, and adapting to last-minute changes. To address these, it's important to establish clear timelines, maintain detailed checklists, and foster strong relationships with partners. Leveraging project management tools and holding regular briefings with the team can also help ensure everyone is aligned and potential issues are identified early, leading to successful event execution.
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Events Manager

The Falls Church Anglican

Falls Church, VA • On-site

$77K - $83K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Manage and oversee use of the church and events at The Fall Church Anglican to include the Ministry Center, Lower Narthex and Sanctuary and other designated areas of use. Work with all staff as internal coach/consultant assisting with planning, scheduling, contracting, accounts payable, and resource coordination. Provide management or support as needed for church-wide events, ACNA and mission-oriented events. Provide oversight and management of TFCA assets related to events.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specialized Support:
  • Serve as key contact to interested parties and ensure effective communication with interested parties, appropriate TFCA staff, Director of HR & Operations, and Executive Director.
  • Manage and oversee mission-oriented events along with their administrative staff as approved by the Executive Director and Vestry.
  • Ensure the use of property is compliant with the standard of the Church, TFCA vision and values as well as ministry objectives.
  • Review the Request forms and Facilities Scheduler on a weekly basis to ensure event details are entered for Facility Manager to execute accurately, highlighting any special needs or requests.

Church-wide Event Logistics & Management:
  • Manage church-wide event calendar to ensure proper coordination between all ministries and senior leadership.
  • Oversee coordination and team management of all church-wide event functions as requested (forums, picnics, dinners, seminars, off site events, ACNA or diocesan events, etc.) and attend those events as necessary to ensure proper execution of event.
  • Staff liaison for the Parish Retreat Committee and help onsite as available and needed
  • Assist departments with their events should they need help with onsite visits and contract review (such as the women's retreat & conference)
  • Create floor plans for the best use of space for each event as well as recommend policies, procedures, and equipment related to events and scheduling to achieve smooth functioning of Church space.
  • Coordinate scheduling, pricing, and details for wedding receptions.
  • Coordinate with Communications and Realm Database Administrator to ensure design, branding, verbiage and registrations meet the standards of the church and ministry objectives.

Event Services:
  • Review, along with Director of HR & Operations, outside event vendors and offsite venues in the negotiation of contracts and confirm that responsible TFCA staff understand the entire agreement, requirements, and limitations etc.
  • Collaborate with TFCA staff on event programming requirements, resources, diagrams, special needs and any support needed for cleaning and security services and the use of the servery.
  • Reconcile expenses and create post-event evaluation reports and survey results for Director, HR & Operations.
  • Purchase supplies for Sunday morning beverage and snack service.
  • Work with Facility Manager to maintain event supplies and equipment.
  • Propose and implement new ideas to improve the event planning and execution process.

Management:
  • Supervise and mentor the Hospitality Assistant and volunteers to ensure Sunday morning beverages and snacks are provided and accurately handled in the servery, delegating projects and event assignments, supporting their growth.
  • Oversee the Assistant's reviews and goal evaluations.
  • Responsible for preparing and monitoring the Sunday Morning Experience budget.
  • Hire security for Sunday morning services and special events as well as a Facility Steward for internal events.
  • Approve and submit accounts payable requests for OFF Duty Police officers and private security officers and process event invoices for officers and TFCA staff.

Volunteers:
  • Recruit, train, mentor and supervise volunteer event teams to include the hospitality committee, servery attendants, funeral reception teams, and wedding ceremony assistants.

Requirements
  • Spiritually and emotionally mature Christian of sound character
  • 5+ years of proven experience in event/project management and conference support or related function.
  • Experience in creating efficient processes, clear expectation setting, and managing competing priorities.
  • Self-starter with exceptional organizational, administrative, and follow-up skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to confidently lead teams.
  • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate support for early morning, evening, and occasional weekend events
  • Satisfactory background
  • Commitment to upholding and supporting the mission of TFCA.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to diverse environments.
  • Agreement with TFCA's doctrinal position (https://tfcanglican.org/about/what-we-believe/)

Within this context, we are committed to equality of treatment in hiring and in all employment conditions and opportunities. Compensation is $77,000 - $83,000.
Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
• Up to 80% of employer-share of medical and dental insurance
• Affordable vision insurance
• Wide variety of pre-tax benefits, including medical and dependent care
• Generous parental leave policy
• Excellent 403b retirement plan, including up to a 6% matching portion
• Paid time off for vacation and personal time
• 14 paid holidays
• Professional education opportunities
Ministry Calling
We believe our employees are vital in fulfilling the mission of The Falls Church Anglican. As disciples of Christ, our work is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to express our faith and love for God, one another, and those we serve each day.
We do not require all employees to be Anglicans, but believe that all should seek to live in accordance with God's will and submit to his authority. As a community, we uphold the sanctity and dignity of all human life from conception, uphold the creation of humankind in God's image as male and female, and uphold the unchangeable standard of Christian marriage between one man and one woman as the only proper place for sexual intimacy and the basis of the family.
We are committed to equality of treatment in hiring and all employment conditions and opportunities within this context.

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