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American Heart Association, Inc logo

Event Planning Director

Portland, OR, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
employee wellness program
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The American Heart Association (AHA) is a prominent nonprofit organization founded in 1924, dedicated to reducing cardiovascular disease and improving overall heart health across the United States. Over the decades, the AHA has been a trailblazer in cutting cardiovascular deaths in half by advancing scientific research, advocating for sound public health policies, and providing education and resources to millions of people. The organization operates with a passionate mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Through its wide array of programs and campaigns, the AHA targets major health challenges concerning cardiovascular and brain health, ensuring... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of three years experience in event management
  • ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • problem-solving aptitude
  • project management skills in a dynamic environment
  • experience with organizational change management
  • negotiation skills
  • university or college degree or equivalent experience

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years experience in special events management
  • demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple projects
  • highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • proven problem-solving skills
  • effective project and event management skills
  • experience managing change and creating contingency plans
  • experience in negotiating services and managing service level agreements
  • university or college degree or equivalent experience
  • knowledge of American Heart Association standards preferred
  • experience with sales or fundraising strategies preferred
  • experience managing staff and volunteers preferred

Job Duties

  • Plans, manages and implements assigned events
  • researches, secures, manages and evaluates vendors
  • collaborates with Development and Communications & Marketing teams to design event materials
  • provides staff leadership in volunteer recruitment and management
  • ensures delivery of sponsor benefits and develops innovative sponsor activations
  • secures necessary permits
  • manages customer and campaign information in systems
  • provides general operations support including processing mail and donations
  • communicates and coordinates with staff and volunteers to meet campaign goals

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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