Event Planner (New York)

The ideal candidate is an energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image. The ideal candidate will work quickly and efficiently on several projects at one time, are results oriented, has strong time management skills and works enthusiastically in a constantly changing environment. The position entails considerable interaction with team members and other departments within the IASUSA.

Responsibilities (include, but not limited to) :

Create meeting specific RFPs

Work closely with team to collectively execute a successful meeting

Ability to handle multiple projects at one time

Ability to handle pressure, multi-task, and work within tight schedule and deadlines

Good negotiation and interpersonal skills

Resourceful, calm, independent, and vigilant

Pay close attention to detail, demonstrating accuracy and efficiency in financial reconciliation (process invoices, reconcile monthly with accounting).

Ensure that work is being carried out to specifications and deadlines.

Ensure accurate and timely entering of records and information into database system for registration.

Travel and work outside of office hours as needed to attend events and client meetings (may include weekends).

Assist with planning responsibilities for multiple meetings.

Contribute to overall team success by identifying problems and proactively seeking out methods to improve self-performance and / or efficiency of an operation or task