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Jobs with the World Future Society

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The World Future Society is seeking a part time communications professional for a six to eight month contract (with the possibility of renewal) to work on promotional projects. Assignments will include interacting with conference participants, writing for the Web site and newsletter, and executing a promotional strategy around upcoming conference events.

The ideal candidate will have some reporting experience, preferably covering science or technology . They’ll be able to turn around tight and accurate copy under deadline. The candidate should also have some PR experience and be comfortable cold calling reporters.

About the Society
Founded in 1966 as a nonprofit educational and scientific organization in Washington, D.C., the World Future Society has members in more than 80 countries around the world. Individuals and groups from all nations are eligible to join the Society and participate in its programs and activities. The Society holds a two-day, international conference once a year where participants discuss foresight techniques and global trends that are influencing the future.

Previous conference attendees have included future U.S. PresidentGerald Ford (1974), Massachusetts Senator Edward M. Kennedy(1975), behavioral psychologist B.F. Skinner (1984), age-wave expertKen Dychtwald(2005), U.S. comptroller general David M. Walker(2006) and inventor Ray Kurzweil(2010). Others in attendance typically include business leaders, government officials, scientists, corporate planners, and forecasters from across the globe.

This position does not include health benefits.

Email Patrick Tucker at Ptucker(at)wfs.org with FUTURIST Magazine PR in the subject line.

(The following is a suspended position)

Events Manager

Responsibilities include:

  • Manage assigned projects in the area of meeting/event planning for a variety of meetings, conferences and workshops.
  • Assist in the planning and development of programs, agendas, budgets, and services to support all events. Help track budgets to ensure revenue and expenses are kept within established boundaries. Reconcile invoices related to all events.
  • Supervise all aspects of event registration.
  • Ensure all logistical details including room set-up, audio visual, transportation, housing, and food and beverage for meetings are planned effectively.
  • With Membership Director as lead, negotiate contracts with such service providers and suppliers as hotels, convention centers, and speakers.
  • Create brochures, emails, newsletters, website content and other vehicles to promote events.
  • Conduct post-event evaluations.
  • Participate in the strategic planning process for all meetings and events to ensure continual improvement and quality customer service.
  • Select, train, and supervise volunteers and support staff required for events. Work with conference committee for annual conference.
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with association members, corporate partners, and session speakers and leaders.
  • Other duties as necessary to contribute to the overall success of the Association.

    • Qualifications:

    • Minimum three years of event management experience to include both national face-to-face meetings as well as online events. Prefer experience planning events for international attendees.
    • Assist with contract negotiations with national hotels and vendors.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and membership database/communications software.
    • Demonstrated excellence with verbal and written communication skills.
    • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience/training.
    • Certified Meeting Planner or qualified to take CMP exam, or equivalent experience.
    • Availability to travel to several times per year.
    • Availability to work some evenings and weekends.

    Salary/Benefits: Salary will be based on the experience you bring to the organization. All WFS employees also receive a benefits package.

    To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary history to tmack@wfs.org. Applications without salary history will not be considered. In your cover letter, please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications required.

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