Oak Ridge Associated Universities is hiring: Part Time Event Planner in Washingt

Part Time Event Planner Job Locations: US-DC-Washington ID: 2024-2612 Category: Business Operations Type: Part Time Overview The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is America's development finance institution (DFI). As the US Government's only government agency with the dual role of a DFI, DFC partners with the private sector to finance solutions to the most critical challenges facing the developing world today. Scope: To enhance and further the DFC mission, the agency is looking to contract with a part time personal services contractor (PSC) to oversee the planning, management, and execution of DFC events. This can range from small internal offsites and trainings, to medium gatherings with other government agencies or private sector collaborations from both the US and internationally, to major events over several days involving members of the public and high-ranking dignitaries. Events may be virtual, in-person, or in a hybrid format. While the majority of events will be hosted in the National Capital Region, event support may be needed in other locations throughout the United States and abroad. Work will be part time, but hours will vary depending on the number of events DFC requires assistance on through the period of performance of the contract. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Event Scoping and Research Event Approvals Bookings and Logistics Publicizing, Marketing, and Coordinating Attendance Day of Tasks Post Event Coordination and Follow Ups Deliverables: Monthly Report Deliverables related to the event Performance Standards: Performance will be based on the ability to use market research and an existing network of event venues to provide a robust host of options for DFC events. Upon event approval, the expectation is the PSC will work within the established budget for the event. Performance Duration and Location: The period of performance for this award will be a twelve (12) month base and two (2) option years. Events will take place primarily in the National Capital Region (NCR). As such, the PSC must be located within this area, and easily able to attend meetings at DFC Headquarters (1100 New York Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 20527) for both planning and the hosting of the events. Local travel within the NCR will not be reimbursable. Travel required for event attendance outside the NCR will be provided by DFC. Conduct: By law and by the terms of their contracts with DFC, PSCs are subject to the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to non-contract employees, including, without limitation, the Anti-Deficiency Act, the Hatch Act, and the laws and regulations governing the ethical conduct of Federal employees of the United States Government. PSC Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Experience: The PSC shall have a minimum of five (5) years experience in positions that demonstrate an ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of Section 2 of this document, and are aligned with the expectations below: A minimum of two years experience as an event coordinator with increasingly more complex event scenarios. Experience working with and planning events for the federal government. Understanding of federal rules around event hosting. Strengths in problem-solving, organizational skills, and time management. History of building strong relationships with local vendors. Successful track record of working within a client's budget. Strong ability to navigate technology. Ability to remain calm in high-pressure environments. Other Requirements: The contractor shall be a U.S. Citizen who can obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. The contractor may be required to travel to DFC headquarters in Washington, DC for fingerprinting and to receive a PIV card. #J-18808-Ljbffr