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Public Strategies Overview
Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.
We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well
Position Summary
The Events Coordinator will provide support to the Event Manager and the team of individuals responsible for planning and executing meetings and events, as well as making travel and logistical arrangements, for Public Strategies and its clients. This professional possesses strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Essential Job Functions
- Make arrangements for meeting space, hotel accommodations, catering, AV equipment, and other vendors as directed by the Event Manager
- Build web-based registration sites (e.g., Cvent) for PS-sponsored events and manage the online registration process
- Oversee travel, lodging, and per diem for attendees, including processing honoraria payments to approved speakers
- Oversee travel booking for PS staff, including managing processes and air travel expense reporting
- Coordinate with Marketing & Communications Department to produce registration and meeting materials
- Provide on-site logistics support and services, including managing registration and shipping, receiving, and distributing print materials and supplies
- Serve as webinar host using technology such as Webex, and provide training and support to staff using video conferencing technology
- Complete post-event activities including assisting with post-conference/event reports, processing invoices, and managing inventory of event supplies and materials
- Provide weekly status/progress reports to the Event Manager, identifying issues and proposing solutions to logistical challenges
- Prepare detailed plans with timelines and milestones for each logistical activity to inform work plans and reports
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Training
Bachelors Degree in Hospitality and/or Event Management preferred. Related experience in the meeting and events or travel industries may be considered in lieu of an industry-specific degree.
Experience
- Minimum of one-year meeting/travel logistics experience.
- Detail-oriented and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects independently and simultaneously
- MS Office proficiency with strong Excel skills
- Cvent registration experience preferred
- Webex or similar experience preferred
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification preferred
Special Requirements
- Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state to provide on-site event logistics support
- Some weekend and evening work required
Essential Physical Requirements
Sufficient mobility and strength to move about the facility. Ability to be mobile throughout the community