Manager Events Planning & Strategy-Onsite

Job Description - Manager Events Planning & Strategy-Onsite (24012779)
Job Description
Manager Events Planning & Strategy-Onsite

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Job Number:

24012779

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Description
AdventHealth
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
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Benefits from Day One
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Career Development
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Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
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Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

together

we are even better.
Shift

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Monday-Friday
The role you’ll contribute:
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The manager of event planning and strategy is responsible for the coordination of business events, elements of which include, but are not limited to, event experiential creation, agenda development and recommendations, preparation and facilitating of intention meeting with stakeholders, event program development in partnership with audio visual team, speaker database and recommendations based on event intention and scope, preparation and proofing of written/graphic materials, show-flow development, pre-production meetings, vendor/site research, contract negotiation, expense management, food and beverage selection, audio visual management, budget reconciliation, and event analysis and statistics, including client/attendee engagement. Communication Proficiency: Ability to convey ideas effectively in both written and spoken formats.
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Organization & Time Management: Demonstrates basic skills in organizing tasks and managing time effectively.
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Collaboration Skills: Openness to work with a team and contribute to joint objectives.
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Client Interaction: Basic skills in understanding and addressing client feedback and concerns.
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Master of Diplomacy: Exceptional skills in navigating high-stakes situations, making critical decisions that benefit both the project and client relationships.
This individual stays current on event industry trends, market climates and competitive activities and recommends ways, among colleagues, to leverage opportunities. He/she demonstrates working knowledge of business and works closely with the event owner/sponsor of the project to develop the event profile (goal, responsibilities, budgets, timelines, etc.), scheduling the date of the event, securing venues, negotiating contracts, planning and coordinating the event and frequently providing on-site management of the event. The event planning and strategy manager cultivates collaborative relationships with in- and external resources to support activities.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
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Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
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Flexibility and adaptability to change
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Strong attention to detail
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Highly organized with project-management experience
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Understanding of digital media trends and technology tools
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Ability to work well within a team that is cross functional and located in different offices
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Proficient in the Microsoft suite of software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
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Experience working with hotel management, catering services and vendors
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Experience managing all aspects of larger meetings, events and conferences
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Experience with negotiating hotel/venue and vendor contracts
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Ability to interface with senior executives and VIPs
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Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative
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Ability to be creative and innovative
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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BS or BA in Marketing, Communication, Business and/or related field AND minimum of five years of experience
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED:
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Flexible schedule and some travel required during certain time periods
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Ability to work collaboratively with others
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Strong teamwork skills required
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Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
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Great customer service with positive energy
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Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills

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