Job Description

As the leading advocate for the real estate finance industry, MBA is committed to providing our members with unmatched value and unparalleled benefits. In doing so, we recognize that our most valuable resource is our employees. MBA prides itself on sourcing top talent from all fields and is committed to investing in a culture where communication is essential, diverse voices are encouraged, and embrace inclusion for all.

• Competitive salary and benefit packages
• Hybrid work schedule that supports work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities

If you are looking for a career-defining opportunity, share similar values, and are ready to make a difference in the real estate finance industry, look no further. Apply today!

Position Summary:

Position develops content and carries out assigned conference work activities for the MBA Conferences & Meetings Programming Group. Under project supervision, position coordinates meeting content consistent with established uniform standards for conferences, executes speaking logistics, and maintains accurate program representation on websites. Position also collaborates with Marketing on promotional plans and coordinates onsite program execution for all assigned meetings. Position is an individual contributor role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, a position incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works with internal subject matter experts to select topics and speakers for conference sessions. Participates in educational opportunities and engagements to stay abreast of industry topics.
• Executes speaker logistics, including briefings for officers and high-profile speakers as needed. Obtains photos, bios, and speaker licenses. Facilitates planning calls, reviews slides, and manages onsite logistics with high level of member service.
• Collaborates with AVP, Public Affairs team, and onsite audiovisual team to create and manage run of show. Reviews and edits scripting and onsite graphics. Provides onsite stage management and audiovisual execution and integrates polling or other interactive software.
• Collaborates with meetings team to ensure program optimizes and complies with registration, sponsorship, exhibit, and logistical considerations, as well as with AVP to ensure MBA initiatives are properly represented. Approves onsite signage and graphics.
• Works collaboratively with the marketing department on promotional plans. Proofreads and approves email and print marketing, as well as on-site materials. Updates program information on the website within 48 hours of receipt. Inputs program-related elements into mobile event app.
• Develops and adheres to a project management plan for producing conference programs aligned with established critical path deliverables.

Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor's degree plus a minimum of eight years of prior relevant experience with corporate or association conferences, events, or education programs and familiarity with customer databases.

Competencies:

• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, multitask, and adjust priorities based on timelines.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diplomacy.
• Requires exceptional organizational skills.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of MS Office suite, including desktop publishing software.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

The current recruitment range for this role is $99,000-109,000.

MBA is an E-Verify employer. Please note that MBA will not sponsor employment.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs