Advisor, Event Planner (Detroit, MI)

St. Jude ALSAC • Michigan, ND

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About The Position

As an Advisor - Events Planner, you will be a key player in orchestrating events that bring our partners' visions into reality. You will coordinate with three territory office teams (Detroit, Columbus and Indianapolis), Divisional Leadership, enterprise employees, and global donors of ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Your role will involve collaborating with enterprise stakeholders to craft iconic St. Jude Signature Events (Galas, Golf, Dinners) using industry best practices. These events will result in seamless and engaging experiences that delight the five senses and deepen the connection with the St. Jude mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years relevant experience required.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft tools (Excel & PowerPoint) required.
• A valid driver's license is required for this role.
• In lieu of educational requirements may substitute 7-8 years related work experience.
• Travel: 30%

Nice To Haves

• Seating and auction software experience preferred.
• Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) preferred; Event Professional Certification helpful.

Responsibilities

• Oversees logistics for Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and West Virginia Territories St. Jude Signature Events (Dinners, Golf and Galas).
• Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders to create an event experience that is engaging, entertaining, and mission-centered.
• Manage expenses and develop creative cost savings measures.
• Address highly varied, complex, and often non-recurring problems that require novel and creative approaches to resolution.
• Perform duties within the scope of general ALSAC policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyze problems and perform needs assessments. Use judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve the desired result. Make recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices. Refer exceptions to policy and procedures to the supervisor.
• Provide strategic event resources for logistics management of internal/external events and meetings for small to medium groups of donors, staff, volunteers, patient families, and guests. Responsible for the event design, décor, food/beverage, and vendor management for mid to high-tier events. Collaborate with Marketing to secure branded St. Jude collateral.
• Conduct market research, gather information, and negotiate. Use project management skills to complete projects in a timely fashion and within budget.
• Responsible for researching, analyzing, and recommending efficiencies to support cost savings.
• Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day. Liaise with clients/committee members to identify their needs and make recommendations to ensure customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees