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Description
Social Venture Network (SVN) transforms the way the world does business by connecting, leveraging and promoting a global community of leaders for a more just and sustainable economy. Working in collaboration with SVN's team, this position reports to the Co-Executive Directors and is responsible for the planning and delivery of two high quality annual conferences, as well as additional events for the organization.
Essential Functions:
* Leads efforts in the planning and implementation of two annual SVN conferences and Social Venture Institutes
* Develops comprehensive production agenda for each event Coordinates venue space, meal planning and event production with hotel staff
* Coordinates A/V requirements for events and manages A/V vendors
* Maintains event budgets and tracks expenses for each event
* Processes event registrations and provides financial information
* Coordinates conference committee meetings and manages their timelines
* Follows up with conference speakers and facilitators: coordinates speaker confirmation, travel, accommodation and A/V needs
* Researches and secures entertainment options (e.g. band, DJ) for events
* Collaborates with Communications Associate on all marketing efforts
* Coordinates required supplies and onsite office setup
* Generates name badges, registration packet labels, and participant list
* Compiles event evaluation responses post-event
* Provides administrative assistance as needed
Qualifications:
* College degree
* Minimum 3 years of related experience in event planning and management, preferably in the nonprofit sector
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to balance multiple priorities and projects
* Creative, efficient, responsive, flexible and collaborative
* Demonstrated project management skills
* Working knowledge of FileMaker Pro database
* Strong computer skills (e.g. knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint; proficient with Mac computers)
* Understanding of socially responsible business a plus
Diversity: SVN is committed to a diverse workforce. We actively seek to recruit people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives reflecting the full diversity of our society.
Competitive salary ($38,000-42,000 range), excellent benefits.
Send resume and cover letter to:
SVN,
Attn: Beatriz Rincon,
Operations Manager,
P.O. Box 29221,
San Francisco, CA 94129,
fax 415-561-6435
or email to beatrizr@svn.org.
No phone calls please.