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Wargaming Event Planner

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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
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Life insurance
Flexible spending account

Job Description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is a highly regarded defense-focused technology and consulting firm that has delivered high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues for over 50 years. Known for its innovative approach and trusted expertise, SPA supports a broad array of government customers both within the United States and internationally. The company’s mission focuses on delivering Results that Matter by leveraging a talented, collaborative team dedicated to responsive and innovative problem-solving in critical national defense and security areas. SPA’s culture fosters opportunity, unique challenges, and a clear commitment to their client’s missions, making it an ideal environment... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Citizenship of one of the NATO member countries
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years of experience coordinating or managing events at operational or strategic levels including administrative and logistical support
  • Demonstrated professional event coordination and management experience in the past five years for events hosting at least 50 people
  • Demonstrated experience working in multinational teams
  • Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management
  • Demonstrated understanding of all elements of event management including facilities, transportation, administrative tasks, security, IT, and logistics
  • Demonstrated familiarity with coordinating events in Europe
  • NATO Secret security clearance or national equivalent
  • Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (SLP 4444) or equivalent
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office tool suite and collaborative software
  • Experience contributing to after-action reviews and writing event management annexes
  • Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Job Qualifications

  • Citizenship of one of the NATO member countries
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years of experience coordinating or managing events at operational or strategic levels
  • Experience managing administrative and logistical support for events
  • Professional event coordination and management experience for events with at least 50 people
  • Experience working in multinational teams
  • Experience in stakeholder management
  • Understanding of all elements of event management including facilities, transportation, administrative tasks, security, IT, and logistics
  • Familiarity with nuances of coordinating events in Europe
  • NATO Secret security clearance or national equivalent
  • Proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (SLP 4444) or equivalent
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative software
  • Experience contributing to after-action reviews and writing event management annexes
  • Ability to work fully onsite

Job Duties

  • Coordinate and manage all administrative, IT, security, facility, transportation, catering, and real-life support requirements for wargame events
  • Serve as the central point-of-contact for event management, liaising with facility owners, IT service providers, security staff, caterers, transport coordinators, and accommodation services
  • Develop, maintain, and distribute all event-related documentation including formal invitations, administrative instructions, contact lists, and security access rosters
  • Survey, book, and configure venues to meet event needs, including drafting floor plans and managing contingency plans
  • Manage participant registration, check-in, and access control in coordination with host facilities and NATO security offices
  • Oversee logistical arrangements such as transportation between lodging and venues, catering, social functions, and secure transport of sensitive materials and equipment
  • Document lessons identified from each event and contribute event management annexes to final reports

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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