Corporate Events Planner

Katmai•Anchorage, AK

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Ouzinkie Native Corporation is seeking a Corporate Events Planner responsible for planning, organizing, and executing shareholder engagement activities, including the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, informational meetings, and cultural gatherings. This role often involves direct communication with shareholders, managing logistics for in-person and virtual events, and coordinating with departments to deliver benefits.

Requirements

Project Management Experience: Oversee events from the initial concept to final delivery based on the established goals, deadlines and budget with cross-functional collaboration.
Vendor management, site selection, staff coordination, risk management, and on-site troubleshooting.
Proven experience in event planning, coordination, or administrative roles.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual meeting platforms (Zoom).
High School Diploma or GED required.
Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy.
Frequent sitting, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing and seeing up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; occasional walking or standing, occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations preferred (or equivalent work experience).

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee all details of events, including venue layout, catering, transportation, AV equipment, promotional materials, special needs requirements, printing, event security and decorations.
Research, select, and manage relationships with vendors (caterers, decorators) and talent (musicians, speakers).
Maintain and adhere to event budgets, ensuring profitability or cost-efficiency.
Manage onsite set-up, tear-down, and day-of operations to resolve issues and ensure smooth execution.
Assist in creating marketing materials and tracking attendee RSVPs.
Manage invitations, guest lists, event materials, volunteers and post-event surveys.
Ability to work on weekends or evenings as required by the event schedule.
A strong understanding of Alaska Native culture, values, and the ANCSA landscape is required.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned.