Manager, 3-Day Series, Event Planning & Experience (Remote)

The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States. 

WHO WE ARE!

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach, and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will be doing in the role of Manager, Event Planning Experience

The Manager of Event Planning & Execution for the 3-Day Series is part of the Community Development team. This critical role involves managing the planning and execution of the signature 3-Day event series. Working with the Senior Program Manager, the Manager ensures best practices and standards are followed throughout the event planning process, using planning toolkits and managing third-party agencies and vendors. They collaborate with cross-functional staff and market leaders to create a unified experience from concept to execution, achieving overall event goals.

What you will bring to the table 

• Collaborates with the Sr. Program Manager, 3-Day Series, and the third-party logistics company as the project manager for participant travel needs, from program details to weekend-of execution, ensuring data security and event standards are met. 
• Manages the third-party logistics company, handling overall event logistics and materials, when applicable, to ensure all aspects of event planning and production, participant travel, and volunteer and crew management are executed pre and post campaign. 
• Oversees the 3-Day Crew and volunteer program, ensuring data security and event standards are met, training and credentials, communication and outreach, and overall event experience. 
• Monitors, adheres to, and updates event timelines for all events; adheres to deadlines and communicates progress to event series leadership on a regular basis. Identifies and navigates potential roadblocks or challenges.
• Reserves and secures meetings for venues, permits and …