Events Manager

Arnold Ventures is a philanthropy whose core objective is to maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. We are dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing problems in the United States. We invest in sustainable change, building it from the ground up based on research, deep thinking, and a strong foundation of evidence. We drive public conversation, craft policy, and inspire action through education and advocacy.

Position Overview

The Events Manager is responsible for developing and executing an annual events strategy that will identify and position Arnold Ventures as a thought leader with organizations and networks who advance our mission. These in-person and virtual events will be an opportunity to raise the profile of Arnold Ventures’ experts and policy goals. With a strong understanding of event management, the Manager will execute against their developed events strategy and coordinate with other teams, outside support and AV leadership along the way. Reporting to the Director of Public Relations, the Manager will develop and execute plans that elevate Arnold Ventures’ profile and brand as a convener, bringing together a diverse range of opinions and experts to tackle various public policy issues. This position will be based in our Washington, D.C. office.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Communications team to develop an annual strategic plan for events that supports AV’s brand, relationship, and policy and advocacy goals and execute against that plan with the management of annual events calendar. 
• Collaborate with Programmatic teams to develop event content, logistics and agendas, and ensure a strong, consistent brand presence. 
• Design, plan, and execute AV branded, in-person events and event partnerships, including an annual multi-day conference for grantees. Manage, monitor, and support the execution of virtual events. 
• Prepare run-of-show documents. Generate day-of staffing plans for events and program staff. Coordinate with event speakers and support the management of event invitations. 
• Propose and implement new ideas to improve the event planning and execution process. After events, support the team with analyzing event metrics, and adapt future event strategies by conducting postmortem assessments, and review. 
• Research venues and vendors, and lead on contract facilitation with AV’s grants and legal team. This may include traveling to conduct site visits. 
• Support the team with the administration management, including budgets, contracts, vendors, invoices and expenses. Coordinate catering, meeting materials, and accessibility accommodations. 
• Work with AV’s creative team to oversee event venue design and configuration, including event signage and to arrange photography, videography or other necessary event elements. Collaborate with the digital team to ensure social media content is coordinated for events. 
• Coordinate with AV’s legal team to ensure all event participants are compliant with all laws and regulations. 
• Identify professional development opportunities regarding event management best practices, trends, and new ideas by attending continuing education conferences, and coordinating with other industry professionals. 

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in event management, preferably within a nonprofit, government entity, think tank or advocacy organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality, or related field.
• Successful track record of planning, managing and executing events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience managing budgets and financial aspects of events.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills. 
• Flexibility to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

The salary range for this position will be $100,000-$130,000.

Benefits Overview

Arnold Ventures is committed to providing a robust and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our current benefits package includes 100% paid employee premiums for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance; 20 days of paid time off, 16 paid holidays (including a winter break from December 24 to January 1), and a 9⁄80 schedule from Memorial Day to Labor Day; paid parental leave; a 401k retirement savings plan with an employer match, profit-share contribution, and immediate vesting; pre-tax transit benefits; a professional development stipend; a charitable giving stipend; and an employee assistance program.

Our Culture and Core Values

Our culture seeks to inspire and empower our people to innovate and develop bold ideas that will help Arnold Ventures achieve lasting impact. Our culture, and the core values that support it, should create an environment that spurs our team to think outside the box, feel comfortable pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and signal confidence in our team’s ability to make change happen through our philanthropic efforts. Although not an exhaustive list, below you’ll find examples of Arnold Ventures’ work culture. 

• We are adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity. 
• We are intellectually curious, open-minded, objective, humble, collegial, and receptive to feedback.
• We are action-oriented with strong self-direction and self-motivation skills with the ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects.
• We are able to interact confidently and collaboratively with team members and navigate relationships with external experts, government leaders, advocates, and individuals 

Arnold Ventures’ values reflect who we are as an organization, help us accelerate our strategic goals, strengthen our resolve, anchor us to our mission, and guide our decision-making. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following core values that inspire the Arnold Ventures team to make a difference.

• Respect for Ourselves & Others
• Audacious Action
• Collaborative Engagement
• Depth of Thought
• Clear Communication

Arnold Ventures is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/​veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. 

Acknowledging the importance of diverse perspectives, Arnold Ventures is committed to employing individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of experiences. Members of historically marginalized communities and candidates who have been impacted by the systems we are seeking to change are strongly encouraged to apply.