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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Employer retirement contribution
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Job Description
The East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC) is a prominent private, independent nonprofit membership organization that has been serving the East Tennessee region since its founding in 1973. With over 400 member organizations ranging from industry leaders, academic institutions, to government bodies, ETEC acts as a vital bridge connecting these diverse sectors to foster collaboration, share critical information, and advocate for federal missions that catalyze regional economic growth. The organization's core mission is to bolster East Tennessee's economic competitiveness and enhance the innovation ecosystem through thoughtfully curated weekly programs and signature events. As an institution deeply rooted in the community, ETEC... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in event planning, project management, or related roles
- experience managing multi-event timelines and complex logistics
- strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- comfort working with diverse stakeholders and external partners
Job Qualifications
- bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in event planning, project management, or related roles
- experience managing multi-event timelines and complex logistics
- strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- comfort working with diverse stakeholders and external partners
- experience with Asana or similar project management tools is a plus
Job Duties
- own the execution of ETEC and TN events from initiation through completion
- launch event planning based on the annual calendar and emerging opportunities
- develop and manage detailed event timelines, task lists, and project plans
- track progress across multiple events simultaneously and adjust plans as needed
- anticipate needs, identify risks early, and propose solutions proactively
- draft event agendas, run-of-show outlines, and programming frameworks
- coordinate speaker logistics, materials, and requirements
- prepare draft agendas and programming materials for leadership review
- incorporate feedback and finalize materials following defined team checkpoints
- coordinate closely with ETEC staff to align logistics, timing, and support needs
- work with leadership on key agenda, programming, and execution decisions
- collaborate with the finance team to plan events within established budget parameters
- coordinate with partner organizations on joint or co-hosted events such as chambers, universities, or regional partners
- manage relationships with venues, vendors, speakers, sponsors, and partners
- provide on-site leadership and coordination during events
- oversee logistics, setup, run-of-show execution, and troubleshooting
- lead post-event wrap-up, documentation, debriefs, and recommendations for improvement
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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