Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Flexible work schedules
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Job Description
Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world, with a membership of 1.4 million people dedicated to serving their local and global communities. This esteemed organization is committed to addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity today. Founded on the principle of service, every Lion and club is supported by an international association that provides the tools, technology, and resources necessary to maximize their impact. Older than a century, Lions International has a rich heritage of community service that spans across countless countries and cultures, making it one of the most recognized and influential charitable... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, public relations, business, event planning or equivalent experience
- experience managing international events with more than 10,000 attendees
- experience working in a convention center or convention hotel setting
- five to seven years' experience in meeting planning or equivalent combination of education and experience
- CEM or CMP designation a plus
- proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
- domestic and international travel required
- availability to work regularly from our Oak Brook, IL office
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, public relations, business, event planning or equivalent experience
- experience managing international events with more than 10,000 attendees
- experience working in a convention center or convention hotel setting
- five to seven years' experience in meeting planning or equivalent combination of education and experience
- CEM or CMP designation a plus
- proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
- domestic and international travel required
- availability to work regularly from our Oak Brook, IL office
Job Duties
- Drives major event planning efforts with confidence and creativity, using strong independent judgment while working collaboratively with others and independently as needed
- drives the planning and logistical execution of the annual international convention, welcoming 12,000-18,000 attendees across six dynamic days, partnering with the team to create an exceptional global experience
- develops and maintains detailed RFPs for essential services such as AV, general service contractors, translation, freight logistics, and printing
- evaluates bids and negotiates effectively to help determine the most suitable vendor partners
- evaluates convention center and arena venues to determine the optimal use of space for official convention events, including general sessions, seminars, catered functions, registration, and exhibit halls
- leverages an understanding of large-scale catering needs to support menu planning that appeals to a global audience and addresses diverse dietary requirements
- demonstrates solid contracting experience, including reviewing, negotiating, and managing agreements with vendors and service providers to support successful event execution
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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