Strategic Events and Project Manager

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) Strategic Events and Project Manager Honolulu, Hawaii Apply Now

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Description & Qualifications

Description

About the Role :

The Strategic Events and Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing high-impact events while managing related projects to ensure alignment with organizational goals and Go To Market narrative.

This role combines strategic event planning with comprehensive project management, focusing on creating memorable experiences and delivering business success through well-executed events and projects.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning and Development :

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to define event and project objectives, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals, and delivering on senior leadership objectives.

Develop detailed event and project plans, including budgets, timelines, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Event Management :

Oversee aspects of event planning and execution related to senior leadership vision and expectations, including creative, narrative, and overall experience.

Partner with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless execution of events.

Manage logistics related to senior leadership involvement as needed.

Project Management :

Lead and manage projects related to events and / or strategic initiatives, including pre-event preparations, on-site execution, and post-event evaluations.

Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and adjust plans as necessary to ensure project objectives are met.

Marketing and Promotion :

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute promotion strategies for events and related projects.

Create engaging content and promotional materials to drive attendance and enhance visibility.

Stakeholder Management :

Serve as the primary point of contact for event and project stakeholders, including internal events team, sponsors, and attendees.

Build and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, partners, and other external contacts.

On-Site Event Coordination :

Onsite liaison between internal events team and senior leadership team.

Post-Event and Project Evaluation :

Conduct evaluations to assess the effectiveness of events and projects, measuring against KPIs and gathering feedback.

Compile comprehensive reports on event and project outcomes, including attendance, financials, and stakeholder feedback.

Documentation and Reporting :

Maintain comprehensive documentation related to event and project planning, execution, and evaluation.

Prepare and present reports on progress, outcomes, and lessons learned to senior management.

Qualifications

About You :

Basic Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Project Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years in event planning and project management, with a track record of successful execution while partnering with teams in a complex organizational structure.
• Excellent project management skills, including experience with project management software and methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills to innovate and adapt to evolving event trends.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and events simultaneously, working under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by event schedules.

Pay Transparency for Colorado, New York, Washington and California

The pay range for this position in Colorado, New York, Washington and California is $137900 to $198300, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.

This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation.

Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https : / / www.ukg.com / careers.

There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area, the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158585 to $228045 per year.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (https : / / www.e-verify.gov / sites / default / files / everify / posters / EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf).

Disability Accommodation

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected].

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