Conference Planning Specialist (AER4)ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry-leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Enterprise Service Solutions for Risk Management | Compliance | Business Process | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | and Human Capital. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies. Our solution-centric services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people delivering value.ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries including but not limited to Aerospace And Telecommunications | Consumer Products, Services, And Retail | Development And Sustainability | DOD/Military | Energy, Resources, & Industrials | Financial Services | Government & Public Services | Information Technology, Media, And Telecommunications | Life Sciences & Health Care | Manufacturing And Operations | Nuclear and Environmental | Professional Services, etc. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at Seeks a Conference Planning Specialist (AER4) (Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant) located: CONUS - Atlanta, GA, San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, Washington D.C. (Remote) to provide Education, And Academia Sector related Management And Operations Solutions for Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform Services on behalf of The Department of Education (DoEd).
These services are considered part of the ProSidian Education, And Academia Sector Group with relevant Education, And Academia Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support an engagement for DOED. under NAICS Code: - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services for The Department of Education with service(s) also characterized as Provide facilitation services for meetingsServes as a Conference Planning Specialist and work as a part of a team to provide Facilitation, and Logistical Support for Adult Education Reform to the Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) | Division of Adult Education and Literacy (DAEL). The purpose of this task order is to provide subject matter expertise and logistical support to the Department of Education for the production of policy-related materials and a variety of meetings. The ProSidian Engagement Team will identify and procure subject matter experts with knowledge of adult education policy and pedagogy, who will assist in the preparation of commissioned papers, participate in meetings, and provide other services as needed. The subject matter experts will provide technical assistance and support to the Department of Education across a wide range of subject areas in areas like Washington D.C., Atlanta, GA, San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, and Chicago, IL.Additionally, The ProSidian Engagement Team will provide comprehensive logistical support for planning, conducting, and following up on meetings, including those with up to 150 participants. The order requires adherence to Department of Education publication guidance and compliance, as well as coordination with various federal and non-federal partners.
The subject matter experts should have knowledge of Federal policy for adult education, as well as experience and expertise in various subject areas related to adult education. The Department of Education anticipates no more than 10 projects per year, with a total allocated time of 350 person days per year in each option year. Travel is limited to three nights per trip, and subject matter experts (SMEs) hourly pay cannot exceed that of a GS15 Step 10 government employee.Responsibilities:Develop and manage conference and event budgetsIdentify and secure venues for conferences and eventsCoordinate logistics such as transportation, accommodations, and cateringDevelop and implement event marketing and communication strategiesCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to plan conference agendas and activitiesManage conference registration and attendee informationEvaluate event success and provide recommendations for improvementQualificationsDesired Qualifications For Conference Planning Specialist (AER4) | Key Personnel | Program Manager - Exempt 874-1 Consultant Candidates:A Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related fieldAt least 3 years of experience in conference and event planningStrong organizational, planning, and project management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasksExperience in developing and managing budgetsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentKnowledge of current trends and best practices in conference and event planningSkills / Abilities / Education / Experience Requirements / QualificationsWe attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities spanning various disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build, and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.Fulltime-regular visa sponsorship available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e., H-1B or TN Visas for this positionBackground check and drug testing information: ProSidian reserves the right to require background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions.
In addition, ProSidian may conduct drug testing for designated positions.Required skills and abilities:Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationshipsAbility to respond to inquiries from internal and external clientsClear vision and depth perception are also necessaryEmployees must be sharp, focused, and alertMust be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external)Must have high level of analytical skillsMust have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office ApplicationsSkills required:Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.Strong communication skills, both oral and written.Competencies required:U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States CitizenExcellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)Other details:Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.#TechnicalCrossCuttingJobs #Consulting #Jugaad #Technical Support #Transportantion #GrantManagementAdditional InformationAs a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight ProSidian Global Competencies (1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)); and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.Core competencies:Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leaderLeadership – the ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiativesBusiness Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and peopleCommunication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writingMotivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutionsAgility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreamsJudgment – exercises prudence and insight in the decision-