NCSI: Technology Conference & Exhibit Services for the Federal Government, Department of Defense and Intelligence Community

NCSI

Event Manager/Meeting Planner (10MD22) — Active TS clearance is required

Provides support to the NCSI’s government customer located in Ft. Irwin, CA. The Event Manager will provide support and facilitate the overall planning, directing, implementing and oversight of customer’s conferences, meetings and will ensure all programs are executed professionally and successfully. Many of these events are complex in nature and pre-planning is a requirement demanding superior organizational skills. Familiarity with catering needs, location set ups, hotel and conference room reservation, attendee’s level of clearance, parking, and security personnel support is required. Conferences are held at various locations with Event Manager serving as the single POC. These events involve military, government, industry, academic and interagency stakeholders. Must possess excellent writing skills, be able to assess critical situations and respond with solutions. Qualified candidates must have demonstrated event planning experience, including strong scheduling, project management and presentation skills. The position will require detailed coordination among many organizations and will require the ability to adapt to fast-paced, changing environments. Must be able to work alone as will as part of a team, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively and pay close attention to detail. Being able to "think on your feet" to resolve unplanned issues and problems that arise while planning on-site and off-site meetings and events is critical to the success of this position. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to deal effectively and professionally with a variety of persons, including the highest level of military and government leaders. Sensitivity to protocol issues and requirements is a must. Travel estimated to be 20%.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work on-site at a US Government facility as a Government contractor
Interface with customer to identify prospective events and timing
Attend weekly meetings and conferring with director regarding the status of specific visits or events
Project management of event plan and provide detailed status update and task action list of event including detailed rundown from start to finish
Support promotion of event to ensure audience awareness and work with communication elements to develop concepts and publish promotion for events
Provide on-site event management to ensure successful program execution before, during and after event
Identify, contact, book and liaison with all aspects of event, including space, audio/visual, speakers, security, food and beverage, transportation, parking, signage and more
Conduct pre-event walk-through with client as needed
Work in conjunction with the government senior project manager (Protocol Officer) on all phases of the event
Support the event on the day it occurs (i.e. On-site meeting and registration support, escort VIPs, elevator operator, secure designated parking, audio-visual and information technology support, set-up and tear down)
Administration and record keeping
Maintaining, and creating when necessary, checklists and standard operating procedures for visitors, conferences and events
Gather feedback and recommendations to support continuous improvement of process and practices for future events

Qualifications/Requirements:

Active clearance at the Top Secret level, eligible for SCI is required
Bachelor's degree
3-5 year’s event or conference planning, project management, operations management, experience working with government or military
Project management directly related to high-level special events production and protocol support for government events
Familiarity with Department of Defense protocol policies and procedures
Ability to function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and to operate in an unstructured setting independently
Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
Ability to travel
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Ability to lift 50lbs
US citizenship is required

NCSI offers a competitive salary and a complete benefits package. Please submit resume along with cover letter and salary requirements to careers@ncsi.com

NCSI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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Conference and Conventions Sales Manager
Our growing Federal Government Conference and Convention Division is seeking an outgoing individual who possess high energy and high self-esteem to sell booth spaces and sponsorships to corporate IT companies.
Key result areas include maintaining and growing our current client base, prospecting and developing new customers and selling strategic sponsorship and booth packages. Candidates will contact customers by phone and in person.
Exceeding individual and team sales goals as well as providing a high level of customer service is essential. Candidate will utilize database to record and track sales.
Qualified candidates will be self starters who possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of three years in a successful sales position.
Experience should include entertaining clients and conducting outside sales calls with a proven track record in handling objections and closing sales.
This position requires a flexible schedule to travel and work at our events which will include some weekends (15% travel). Computer literacy is required. US Citizenship and a valid driver’s license is required.
NCSI offers a competitive base salary and commission structure along with excellent benefits. If you have a strong work ethic and love having fun please submit your resume along with a cover letter and salary requirements to careers@ncsi.com.