Operations and Events Specialist
Washington, DC
Category: Administrative
Reference ID: 10040752
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/Hqu0e6
Job Title: Operations & Events Specialist
Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid – In-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and first Thursday of the month)
Industry: Nonprofit/Think Tank
Pay: $22-$25/hour (based on experience)
Type: 3-month contract (potential for extension).
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
About Our Client:
Addison Group is hiring an Operations & Events Specialist for our client, a leading policy research organization dedicated to economic and social justice initiatives. This role supports a busy team that facilitates critical policy discussions and internal engagement through events and operations.
Job Description:
The Operations & Events Specialist will provide essential support in event coordination and office operations, ensuring meetings, luncheons, and internal events run smoothly. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong multitasking abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate internal meetings, team luncheons, and small-scale events.
- Manage logistics, including conference room bookings, catering, setup, and cleanup.
- Support the Director of Operations & Total Rewards in researching vendors, venues, and pricing.
- Handle office operations, including ordering supplies, maintaining common areas, and coordinating office services.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as invoice processing and records management.
- Act as a point of contact for staff, leadership, and external partners.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 2-3 years in operations, event coordination, or administrative support.
- Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint.
- Soft Skills: Highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- Bonus Experience: Prior work in nonprofit, policy organizations, or advocacy is a plus.
Perks:
- Work with a mission-driven organization that impacts policy at a national level.
- Engage in a collaborative and dynamic office environment.
- Convenient location within walking distance of the NoMa Metro station.
- Gain valuable experience in both event planning and office operations within a nonprofit setting.
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request
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