Manager Program Operations (Event Management)

TL;DR

Manager Program Operations (Event Management): Planning and execution of in-person and virtual convenings with an accent on operational delivery, event technology, and stakeholder coordination. Focus on managing complex project plans, optimizing event tech stacks, and designing scalable attendee experiences.

Location: Remote (US). Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States (no sponsorship available). Requires periodic travel for in-person team gatherings.

Company

The hirify.global (IHS) is a think network advancing the principles and practices of freedom in the academy, public policy, and civil society.

What you will do

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of approximately ten annual in-person and virtual convenings.
• Manage all event logistics, including venue sourcing, A/V configuration, catering, and on-site staffing.
• Administer the operations technology stack including Cvent, Salesforce, Asana, and Egencia.
• Design event structures, including agendas, session formats, and attendee flows aligned with program goals.
• Serve as the primary operational liaison between academic faculty, development, communications, and executive leadership.
• Maintain SOPs, program templates, and conduct after-action reviews to drive continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in event management or program operations.
• Expertise in executing both in-person and virtual event formats.
• Proficiency with at least one registration/virtual event platform (e.g., Cvent, Hopin) and a CRM.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; the company is unable to sponsor visas.
• Strong project management skills and experience with cross-functional stakeholder management.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and lift 20 pounds or more for on-site program delivery.

Nice to have

• Direct experience with Cvent, Salesforce, Asana, Egencia, or MassMailer.
• Familiarity with academic environments and intellectually engaged audiences.
• Experience designing scalable, audience-centered event formats.
• Alignment with the mission and institutional priorities of IHS.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% payment of health and dental insurance premiums for individuals.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and 403(b) retirement savings program.
• 12 free tuition credit hours annually at George Mason University.
• Long-term disability and life insurance coverage.
• Flexible, professional, and open office environment encouraging innovation and growth.