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Department: | ASPEN DIGITAL |
Location: | Washington, DC |
The Aspen Institute:
The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Since its founding in 1949, the Institute has been driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most critical challenges facing communities in the United States and around the world. Headquartered in Washington, DC, the Institute has a campus in Aspen, Colorado, and an international network of partners.
Basic Function:
The Events Manager is a key member of the Aspen Digital team, participating in both the ideation and execution on a range of projects in collaboration with Directors and other Program staff. S/he assumes a primary role in the management and coordination of multiple virtual and in-person projects and events, with a supporting role in research and agenda development. This includes thought leadership and administrative know-how, including producing virtual events and well as in-person events, materials, managing travel, lodging and other event logistics, overseeing production of event materials, and providing general support. This is a temporary position (June 1 through December 31) with possibility to extend.
Responsibilities:
Manage convening Essential duties and responsibilities are as follows. Other responsibilities may be added as necessary.
Project Development and Management
Events Management
Operations and Administrative Support
Shared Responsibilities
Some travel will be required once it is safe to do so.
Knowledge, Education and Experience:
The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against.
Candidate must have the ability to work under pressure and handle stress. Candidate must also have the ability to meet the regular attendance policy of the Aspen Institute.