Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

The Conference and Events Manager’s role is to lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of the NASW yearly National Conference, the NASW Virtual Fall Forum and similar national events. This position additionally provides support to other NASW National office departments organizing medium to large in-person gatherings. The Manager is also expected to stay current with, and regularly evaluate, trends in event planning and assess their relevance to NASW. The Manager will collaborate with the VP, Education to track and analyze financial performance for all events.

If you are passionate about creating impactful events and possess the necessary skills to thrive as a Conference and Events Manager, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. To apply, please follow the link provided and please upload a resume and cover letter.

Skills:

1. Strong budget management skills and experience with financial oversight of event-related activities.

2. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

3. Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and meet deadlines.

4. Ability to collaborate and serve or lead multi-functional project teams.

5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

2. Proficiency in event technology software including registration platforms and budgeting tools.

Experience:

1. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in event management, including experience leading a team, full budget creation/successful execution, and overseeing large-scale events.

2. Proven track record of strategic planning and execution in a non-profit or association setting, with a focus on event revenue growth.