Event Planner (Remote)

We are in search of a meticulous and driven Event Planner to become an integral part of our Event Services team. This team is responsible for delivering top-tier event management and operational support tailored for open-source projects and foundations. Reporting directly to the Event Director, you will oversee a range of logistical duties while collaborating within a dynamic team, fully managing the successful execution of smaller events.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the planning, production, and successful delivery of smaller-scale events.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, vendors, and team members to ensure that all event logistics are managed seamlessly.
• Demonstrate adaptability to evolving challenges and seize opportunities with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Efficiently manage tasks, schedules, and priorities with minimal supervision, ensuring timely completion of all responsibilities.

Required Skills

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in event management within B2B conferences, particularly in the technology sector.
• Exceptional attention to detail, paired with outstanding project management capabilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on clarity and correctness.
• Proven resilience and agility in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
• A service-oriented and hospitality-driven attitude, complemented by a humble approach to teamwork.
• Proficiency with various business applications (such as MS Office, Google Apps, Slack, Zoom, and Asana) and event technologies (including registration systems and event apps).
• Solid understanding of virtual event and webinar hosting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Vimeo) with the ability to navigate system integrations necessary for large-scale digital events.
• A degree in events, marketing, communication, business, or a related discipline.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in event management, with a focus on B2B conferences.
• Strong strategic thinking and critical reasoning abilities.
• Proven capacity to work collaboratively with a diverse range of community members, from C-suite executives to technical professionals.

Career Growth Opportunities

Join a distinguished team that prides itself on collaboration and mutual support. Our organization is committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the open-source community.

Company Culture And Values

We are a fully remote organization that embraces top-tier talent. Our culture emphasizes flexibility and a supportive work environment, where collaboration and teamwork are at the forefront of our mission.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary range: (75,000 – )80,000 USD.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 100% matching 401(k) contributions, up to the IRS-defined limit per year.
• Opportunities for international travel.
• Work from home indefinitely.
• ‘Focus Fridays’ to enhance productivity and well-being.
• Additional benefits and perks to enjoy.

This position may require domestic and international travel, including overnight and weekend commitments (approximately 30%). We welcome applicants who can work standard business hours in North America.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. Your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Employment Type: Full-Time