Conference Manager

At BSR, we work with companies globally to create a more socially responsible world. Our mission is to promote more responsible business practices by helping companies achieve commercial success in ways that honor high ethical standards and respect people, communities and the environment. Thanks to our highly talented employees, we believe we are having a significant impact. Our member companies operate in every part of the world. Together, they employ more than seven million people and have combined annual revenues of almost $2 trillion. BSR also has an organizational commitment to model the leadership practices in its own culture that it promotes with companies around the world.

Duties:
BSR is seeking a Manager to support the planning and execution of the organizations Annual Conference. The Conference attracts approximately 1,000 business executives and leaders from civil society from all parts of the world. The Conference is widely viewed as one of the most important global gatherings in the field of Corporate Social Responsibility. 

Reporting to the Conference Director, the Manager helps ensure the successful execution of the Annual Conference. 

The Manager researches session topics and speakers; serves as primary contact and provides logistical support to Conference presenters; and supports efforts to secure Conference sponsorships. 

The Manager also contributes to the development and execution of other BSR events globally.

• Work with the Director to shape the content, and formats for conference sessions 
• Research issues, trends, leadership company practices and thought leaders in the CSR field. 
• Manage Request for Proposal process inviting speaker and session idea submissions 
• Coordinate and ensure follow through on speaker invitations, secure speaker biographies and photographs, coordinate speakers travel and accommodation logistics and speakers session requirements.  
• Write session descriptions for website, marketing materials and onsite program. 
• Assist with speaker registration and database management 
• Support efforts to secure Conference sponsorships 
• Engage in other Conference planning and execution activities as needed 
• Contribute to the development and planning of other BSR workshops and convenings as requested 

• Other duties as assigned by the Director. 

Qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience  
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience, preferably working in or with global companies 
• Significant knowledge and prior experience doing work related to some aspect of CSRExperience with event planning and session development. 
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills 
• Strong demonstrated writing, editing and research skills.  
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, project and time management skills.  
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, and set and identify priorities.  
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team. 
• Proficiency with computer software needed to plan and execute a large, complex conference 
• Marketing and sales experience  
• A second language and experience living outside the United States preferred 
• High ethical standards

A demonstrated commitment to a diverse work place culture 

Terms:

BSR offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401k savings plan, a paid time off bank, sick and other family friendly leaves, flexible hours, paid time off for volunteer activities and a casual atmosphere. 

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with skill, knowledge and experience level and the constraints of a non-profit business organization. 

All BSR employees are also eligible for an annual salary adjustment based on individual and team performance and the organizations financial results.

Application Instructions:
Please electronically mail your cover letter and resume to:

Business for Social Responsibility
Attention: Conference Manager Member Services
111 Sutter Street, 12th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94104

Please let us know how you heard about the position. E-mail response only please. 

Thank you for your interest in BSR.