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Project Overview:

The Geo for Good Summit is an annual conference intended for nonprofits, scientists and other changemakers who want to leverage technology and use mapping tools for positive environmental impact in the world. As an Event Coordinator with Google Earth Outreach, you’ll join a cross-functional team to support this event. This role will be responsible for supporting the Event Lead to coordinate, develop and execute our annual global user conference.

Overall Responsibilities:

You’ll work closely with the Event Lead and other teams to deliver the event, taking all event planning facets into consideration (i.e. planning and logistics, vendor coordination, event staff coordination and briefing, participant relations, etc.) and deliver a best-in-class experience for our user community.

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities:

1. Event logistics & planning
2. Participant relations and communication
3. Speaker preparation
4. Onsite event coordination

• Assist team with other event-related tasks as needed
• Drive event logistics and planning from start to finish, collaborating with Event Lead, catering, transportation, health & safety, facilities and other teams
• Provide excellent verbal and written communication to serve as point of contact for all event participants
• Events calendar management
• Organize and input data across various spreadsheets to track event activities, materials, and schedules
• Ensure selected speakers are prepared to deliver sessions that meet event expectations
• Update internal and external resources related to event
• Act as a first line of defense for event participant troubleshooting and support, anticipate needs and ensure their conference experience is excellent
• Receive and maintain participant submissions for the presentation opportunities

Mandatory Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience Globally minded, and dedicated to providing an inclusive event experience to everyone
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in coordination events of various sizes (preferred experience with industry events of 300-500 attendees)
• Ability to multitask and balance multiple projects
• Proven ability to build rapport and serve as a central point of contact for large groups of people (i.e. customers, donors, guests, etc.) Detail-oriented and organized Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Slides)
• High standards of quality in event deliverables

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• Passion for sustainability, environment and mapping

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.63/hr (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location). Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

*Note: Disclosure as required by the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (CO), NYC Pay Transparency Law, and sb5761 (WA)

About Synergis

Synergis is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). Synergis partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital and creative professionals. Learn more about Synergis at www.synergishr.com.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to Kyle Corbin at [email protected].

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