Director, Events

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all event programming across SPLC
• Establish center-wide event standards, policies, and integrated event platforms
• Oversee all aspects of event planning including concept development, logistics, budgeting, and production for 200+ annual events
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of events professionals
• Lead planning committees for high-priority convenings such as Jubilee Week and Board Meetings
• Manage the Events & Meetings submission process and room assignments via Airtable
• Build and maintain strategic global partnerships with vendors and venues to secure preferred rates
• Review, negotiate, and execute event-related contracts
• Ensure all events are inclusive, accessible, and representative of the communities served

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in event planning, design, and strategy
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-site, and high-profile events in a nonprofit or social justice context
• At least 5 years of proven managerial experience leading a team of professionals
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to travel domestically for events and meetings as needed
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends

About the Company

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is an organization committed to social justice and advancing mission-driven objectives through community engagement and strategic programming.