Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Event Manager to oversee the planning and execution of various events. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in event management, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. This role requires effective communication and negotiation skills to ensure successful partnerships with vendors, clients, and team members. Duties Plan, coordinate, and execute events from conception to completion, ensuring all aspects align with client expectations. Manage budgets effectively, ensuring all events are executed within financial constraints while maximizing value. Negotiate contracts with vendors, including catering services, venues, and entertainment to secure the best rates and services. Develop marketing strategies for events to enhance visibility and attendance through various channels. Upsell additional services or products to clients to increase event value and enhance guest experiences. Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless execution of events, providing guidance on logistics and operations. Oversee guest services during events, ensuring all attendees have a positive experience. Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success and identify areas for improvement. Skills Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with vendors and partners. Proficiency in event marketing techniques to promote events effectively. Experience in event planning with a keen eye for detail and organization. Excellent customer service skills to address client needs promptly and professionally. Effective time management abilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines. Comprehensive knowledge of events management processes from inception through execution. Solid budgeting skills to manage financial aspects of events efficiently. Exceptional communication skills for clear interactions with clients, vendors, and team members. Strong organizational skills to coordinate various elements of an event seamlessly. Banquet experience is preferred for managing food service during events. Familiarity with contracts related to event planning and execution. Experience in catering or restaurant operations is advantageous for understanding food service dynamics. Previous hotel experience can be beneficial for managing venue-related logistics. Knowledge of fundraising techniques may be useful for non-profit event planning. Guest services expertise is essential for enhancing attendee satisfaction in hospitality settings. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $49,256.59 per year Work Location: In person
Location: 250 West 18th Street Summary: This position is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the service delivery of the internship piece under the Learning to Work contract. Delivery of contractual services such as facilitating seminars; preparation of lessons and materials, development of worksites and partnerships, and data keeping, to strengthen participants exposure to job readiness and career exploration. This position will serve as liaison between internship sites, the program and students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Develop and maintain internship partners Conduct internship sites visits once a month. Maintain contact with worksites once a week via telephone or email Create and update internship site list and contact information. Monitor worksites to ensure interns are having positive, safe, and age-appropriate work experiences. Place 90 students in subsidized internships during the academic year Assist students to complete applications and any necessary paperwork for internship placement. Monitor students’ performance and completion of evaluation. Assist students with completion and submission of timesheets. Log interns’ work hours on digital workforce platform. Create and maintain all interns’ files. Interns at placement Create and maintain a working-alliance with all interns. Conduct site visits to monitor interns’ work performance and check-in with supervisors. Track students' academic progress using report cards and attendance reports. Monitor attendance patterns and provide outreach to students via phone calls/meetings; conferences with student’s advocate counselor and guidance counselor as needed. Responsible of inputting all internship related services in tracker: worksite information, job descriptions, intern number of hours work, and seminar attendance. Facilitate LTW Weekly Seminar Create curriculum/lesson for seminar on topics of Work Readiness, Financial Literacy, and Career Exploration. Track interns' attendance in seminar. Assist students with non-paid community service opportunities throughout the academic year; assist with any paperwork required; track students volunteering and hours completed. Provide job shadowing placements to students not participating in subsidized internships. Build partnerships with local companies to plan industry visits. Prepares community service letters upon completion. Assist in the process of outreach, recruitment and admission Assist in the admissions process (open houses, orientation, etc.) Graduate Students Aid graduating students with search for employment after graduation. Assist in resume & cover letters writing. Qualifications: Education and/or experience required: Bachelor's degree in related field required. Prior experience in the social service field. At least 2 years of experience working in the field of youth development. Proficient in Microsoft, Word and Excel. Pay: $30.00 Hourly Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Days and hours are generally Monday to Friday 8am-4pm. This is a full-time position will require evening and occasional Saturday hours to monitor after school and summer programs and attend special events. Skills and Competencies required: Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills. Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team. Ability to handle multiple tasks. Bilingual, English and Spanish/Arabic/French/Chinese preferred. Commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services. Demonstrate leadership ability.