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Learning Events Coordinator

NYC, NY, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $22.00 - $31.75
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Flexible working hours

Job Description

GP Strategies Corporation is a globally recognized leader in talent transformation, delivering award-winning learning and development solutions to organizations worldwide. With over 55 years of experience and a presence in more than 30 countries, GP Strategies supports over 6,000 organizations by helping them achieve meaningful change through their people. The company operates with a culture centered on respect, fairness, collaboration, and valuing diverse perspectives to foster innovation and smarter working solutions. GP Strategies employs more than 4,000 professionals globally, boasting a diverse and inclusive work environment that champions equal opportunity and values every employee's unique contributions. For more information, visit www.gpstrategies.com.

The role of Learning Events Coordinator at GP Strategies involves significant collaboration with internal teams and key client stakeholders to fully understand the objectives, scope, and scale of various learning and training events. These events range from virtual sessions to in-person onsite trainings. The coordinator is tasked with managing end-to-end event logistics, from interpreting briefs to securing necessary facilities, managing event agendas, overseeing day-of event coordination, and analyzing feedback post-event to continuously improve processes. This role requires an individual with excellent prioritization skills capable of managing diverse workloads, strong written and verbal communication, confidence, and professionalism.

The Learning Events Coordinator supports Senior Coordinators and client Program Managers in delivering a successful portfolio of learning events for global clients. Responsibilities include booking venues, arranging audiovisual support, coordinating catering and conference services, managing speaker engagements, and overseeing agenda schedules. The coordinator also handles administrative functions such as setting up courses within compliance standards, tracking attendance, distributing course materials, managing participant communications, and moderating events both virtually and onsite. Occasionally, the role may require travel within the US and attendance at evening functions.

This position pays between $63,000 and $66,000 annually and demands a customer-focused approach, organizational excellence, teamwork capabilities including virtual team collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Experience with platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Overall, the Learning Events Coordinator is pivotal in ensuring seamless execution of learning events that empower client organizations to achieve their talent development goals.

Job Requirements

  • Previous administration experience
  • experience of onsite event coordination and support
  • experience with Microsoft Teams or Zoom
  • basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • proven communication skills including verbal and written
  • excellent organizational skills with customer focus
  • teamwork experience including virtual teams
  • ability to prioritize and multitask
  • efficient and detail oriented

Job Qualifications

  • Previous administration experience
  • experience of onsite event coordination and support
  • experience with Microsoft Teams or Zoom
  • basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • proven effective communication skills including verbal and written
  • excellent organizational skills with a customer focused approach
  • teamwork experience including virtual teams
  • ability to prioritize and manage a range of tasks simultaneously
  • efficient and organized with good attention to detail

Job Duties

  • Understanding the unique requirements for each event
  • efficiently planning events within budget and time constraints
  • booking facilities, coordinating AV support, catering, and conference services
  • managing speaker arrangements and agenda sessions
  • assisting with various event operations such as communication, travel support, and roster management
  • setting up courses in compliance with standard procedures using the Learning Management System and database
  • monitoring and reporting on participant attendance
  • ensuring timely delivery and secure storage of class materials
  • distributing and collecting learner course materials and providing joining instructions to participants
  • handling learner inquiries via email, managing escalations as per service level agreements, and suggesting improvements as needed
  • moderating and supporting the delivery of both virtual and onsite events
  • conducting final checks on event day to ensure everything meets quality standards
  • overseeing event proceedings and promptly addressing any issues that may arise
  • evaluating the success of events and submitting comprehensive impact reports

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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