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Event Manager
ORGANIZATION: DemocracyLab
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50 people are interested
Position Title : Event Manager
About DemocracyLab
DemocracyLab helps tech for good projects launch innovative solutions by connecting skilled volunteers to projects that need them. Volunteers are able to use their experiences to build their resumes and portfolios, grow their network, and advance their careers. We are open to projects from individuals, community organizations, non-profits, social purpose companies and government agencies. Our platform helps volunteers give back and develop new skills, while accelerating the evolution of new technologies that empower citizens and help institutions become more accessible, accountable, and efficient. DemocracyLab is optimizing the connection between tech-centric volunteers and tech-for-good projects.
About the Role : We are looking for someone to work closely with our Executive Director to plan and execute our public tech-for-good hackathons and corporate employee engagement events. These events and activities are designed to earn income and build awareness for the organization as well as all DemocracyLab affiliate projects.
Key Responsibilities :
- Assist and manage event management plans and execution with the DemocracyLab events team.
- Work with cross-functional teams to prepare and manage program marketing efforts, including digital, social media, and print media.
- Oversee external vendors, including designers, videographers, or online event companies.
Desired Skills and Experience : Minimum 1-2 years of professional experience with the above skills
Length of Appointment : We request that a volunteer be able to commit a minimum of 3 months to this position.
Time Commitment : We request that a volunteer be willing to commit a minimum of 5 hours per week to this position.
Reports To : Mark Frischmuth, Executive Director for DemocracyLab.
Communication: DemocracyLab uses Slack as its primary form of communication. Files will be shared using Google Drive.
Support Provided : Volunteer orientation, coaching, and feedback as neede d.
Learn More: Visit www.democracylab.org , or see our work in progress at the following links:
Please find links to our Slack, Google Drive, Trello, and GitHub under the work LINKS at https://www.democracylab.org/projects/1
See here for more specifics about what the Event Manager role entails:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r99rJKvBiYjCUUijXGGt6u-E3vDTAwa_q47CHccGZMY/edit?usp=sharing
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About DemocracyLab
Location:
Seattle, SEATTLE, WA 98101, US
Mission Statement
Empower people who use technology to advance the public good.
Description
DemocracyLab seeks to empower anyone with the privileges of time and talent to become change agents. Our platform and programs connect tech-for-good projects with skilled volunteers and socially responsible companies.
Our platform and programs are designed to:
- Help tech-for-good projects launch
- Give volunteers opportunities to advance their careers
- Partner with companies to build cultures of purpose
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
March 14, 2023
SKILLS
- Event Management
- Marketing Strategy & Planning
- Event Planning / Management
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Length of Appointment: We request that a volunteer be able to commit a minimum of 3 months to this position. Time Commitment: We request that a volunteer be willing to commit a minimum of 5 hours per week to this position.