1. General
- Job Title: Events Project Manager
- Type: Contract
- Level: Mid-Level
- Location: Remote
- Workplace: 100% remote
- Duration: ASAP to June 30th, 2024, with strong potential for extension.
2. About the job
- How would you apply your event management skills to support Microsoft's Startups team and their 1st and 3rd party events?
- How do you ensure effective communication and coordination with internal stakeholders and event vendors?
- How do you track event ROI and provide reporting for evaluation purposes?
- Can you share your experience in managing virtual events and webinars?
- Do such questions intrigue you?
3. Summary of the opportunity
- Client Overview: This position is with Microsoft's Startups team, which focuses on recruiting and engaging startups through various events and engagements.
- Role Summary: As the Events Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing and executing 1st and 3rd party events, virtual events, executive dinners, and thought leadership roundtables. Your role will contribute to increasing Microsoft's brand awareness and market share in the startup ecosystem.
4. What are the key responsibilities?
- Provide end-to-end support for 1st and 3rd party events, ranging from small gatherings to large-scale events.
- Establish and maintain strong communication across all stakeholders during event planning.
- Create and send event communications, including event page creation, email communications, and invitation templates.
- Coordinate speakers and content for events.
- Support booth and swag design when necessary.
- Coordinate exclusive partner events such as dinners, happy hours, roundtables, and receptions.
- Track event ROI and provide reporting.
- Manage digital events.
5. What experience are we looking for to drive success?
- MUST-Have Skills and Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of event coordination or management experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Experience working with creative teams, creative production teams, or email developer teams.
- Experience supporting technical events in the technology sector.
- Experience running virtual webinars and/or virtual event series.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience managing or executing marketing campaigns.
- Familiarity with the startup ecosystem.
- Strong event planning and management skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
6. So calling all top performers
- Exciting Opportunity: This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and initiatives while honing your event management skills within a dynamic corporate environment.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate offered.
- Application Process: To apply for this role, please apply online or email your resume, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure that your application provides accurate information.
- About this posting: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage diverse candidates to apply. We have a non-discrimination policy and provide accessibility and accommodation for candidates with disabilities.
In conclusion, don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Apply today! Please feel free to drop in your resume at [email protected].
