Director, Conferences and Events

1 month ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Council on Foundations Full time

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Council on Foundations (Council) is a
nonprofit membership association that serves as a guide for
philanthropies as they advance the greater good. Building on their
75-year history, the Council supports over 900 member organizations
in the United States and around the world to build trust in
philanthropy, expand pathways to giving, engage broader
perspectives, and co-create solutions that will lead to a better
future for all.

As a leading national advocate for philanthropy, the Council
strives to increase the effectiveness, stewardship, and
accountability of the sector while providing members with the
services and support they need to advance the common good. Based in
Washington, DC, the Council has an annual budget of just over $12
million and a staff of 45.

The Council is now seeking nominations and applications
for the role of Director, Conferences and Events.
Reporting to the Vice President, Leadership, Training & Events,
the Director will create strategy and priorities for the Council on
Foundation's in-person, virtual, and hybrid conferences and events.
For each event, the Director will assess the needs and market,
prioritize audiences, and lead in the development of content. The
Director will both engage with and learn from members and other key
stakeholders around thought leadership in the development and
implementation of conferences and events.

The Director manages two members of the Conferences and Events
team: the Manager, Conferences & Events and the Associate,
Conferences & Events.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The next Director, Conferences & Events will be an
exceptional project manager who will hold a portfolio of work
involving strategy and content creation, budgeting, logistics and
detailed planning, and managing a variety of cross-departmental
teams across the Council who support the planning and
implementation of conferences and events. They will hold the
following responsibilities:

Conferences & Events Leadership

Develop, implement, and manage the overall goals, event
planning timelines, and related budgets for the Council's large
convenings.
Support content strategy for Building Together and Leading
Locally conferences and other large convenings programming,
including development of programs, learning design, and overall
event schedule.
Lead on contract negotiation and along with event team, manage
relationships with vendors, speakers, talent, consultants, and
agencies, etc.
Lead on event logistics for large convenings, including site
visits, on-site management, staffing plans, production of plenary
sessions, breakouts, special events and offsites, food and
beverage, AV and supportive technology, event accessibility,
virtual event platform management, and pre- and post-event
activities.
In collaboration with event team and stakeholders, manage
kickoff and planning meetings, develop work plan, and drive all
pre-production needs (e.g. timelines, run-of-shows, trackers,
agendas, rehearsals, drafting memos, documenting progress), and
ensure stakeholders are engaged and aligned.
Research, develop, and implement best practices as it relates
to implementation of future conferences and events.
Maintain approved provider status for Council events with
various accreditation entities.

Cross-Departmental Responsibilities
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including
communications and marketing, development, executive office, and
consultants, to ensure event objectives and timelines are met.
Partner with Director, Organizational Learning to develop key
performance indicators and conduct thorough post-event evaluations
to compare, measure success, and identify areas for
improvement.
Deliver clear communications across stakeholders and teams that
engage and inform staff about the planning and delivery of large
convenings.
Contribute to overarching organization and department goals by
participating in cross-functional working groups.

Team Leadership and Development
Provide managerial oversight, guidance, and direction to the
Manager, Conferences & Events and the Associate, Conferences
& Events.
Develop and grow the capacity of team members through coaching
and modeling.
Cultivate and nurture a positive and inclusive team
culture.
Model the Council's commitment to diversity, equity and
inclusion, and lead efforts to embed this commitment in
organizational systems and events.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Strong candidates will have prior experience working within a
philanthropic-serving organization or an adjacent space in the
nonprofit sector. While no one person will embody all the qualities
enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the
following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and
experiences:

10 years of direct experience in the production of large-scale
(e.g. 500+ attendees) conferences and events.
5 years of direct experience supporting event content
development and design of learning environments.
Demonstrated success planning and managing events, plus strong
financial acumen in developing and meeting budget goals.
Strong understanding of the philanthropic and non-profit
sectors.
Exceptional hospitality and customer service skills with the
ability to cultivate partnerships.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, navigate shifting
priorities, timelines, and schedules and successfully meet
deadlines.
Demonstrated project leader who can positively, productively,
and proactively manage events and projects.
Strong management skills with an ability to influence, engage,
and coach direct reports.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability
to provide follow-up.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including
presentations and facilitation.
Knowledge of and proficient with event planning software, such
as Cvent.
Ability to maintain a calm and open demeanor in stressful
situations.

General Competencies Required of all Council
Staff
Ability to actively engage in, demonstrate commitment to the
Council's Operating Principles and Race, Equity,
Diversity and Inclusion values.
The Council's operating principles and race, equity, diversity,
and inclusion (REDI) commitments exist to guide how staff interact
with and treat one another, members, vendors, and the philanthropic
sector. Staff are expected to consistently demonstrate the
principles, and actively support commitments to building an
inclusive culture.

Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to listen well, and
positively represent the organization and its mission.
Ability to anticipate, identify and solve problems efficiently
and quickly.
Ability to work effectively and positively both independently
and on a team with a range of individuals and working styles, and
with people at all organization levels including staff, board
members, foundation officers, donors, and vendors.
Experience or ability to use CRM database solutions, preferably
Salesforce
Proficient skill in Microsoft Office 365 applications.

LOCATION, TRAVEL, COMPENSATION &
BENEFITS

Though the Council's headquarters are in Washington, DC, the
Director, Conferences & Events may be located anywhere in the
continental United States.

This role requires up to 15% travel domestically, including
overnight trips.

The hiring salary range for this position Is $120,000 to
$136,000 based on living in the Washington DC region. Compensation
may be adjusted based on the geographic location of the
finalist.

The Council offers a robust benefits package, including paying
100% of the monthly premium for employee coverage in health,
dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability,
and long-term disability. Additionally, the Council contributes 7%
of annual salary to a 403(b) plan for every employee with no match
requirement. Staff receive 20 days of vacation, plus sick leave and
paid parental leave. The Council observes 13 holidays, a wellness
break, and winter break, for which staff are paid. Learn more about
Council benefits here.

TO APPLY

More information about the Council on
Foundations may be found at:

This search is being led by Emily Wexler and Rachel Burgoyne of
NPAG. Due to the pace of this
search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as
possible. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their
interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG's
website. The position will
remain open until filled.

The Council is committed to honoring the
differences, unique talents, lived experiences, identities, and
full contributions of each Council staff member. We do this so
every Council staff member feels that they belong and can thrive at
the Council. Candidates from diverse backgrounds with a commitment
to philanthropy are strongly encouraged to apply.

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