Forum
Specialist, Hospitality and Events
New York
Sponsorship not specified$90k-$105kDetected 30 days ago
CRMNegotiationForecastingBudgetingExcelLogisticsVendor ManagementProcurementContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityMicrosoft Office
About the role
- The annual salary range for this role is $90,000-105,000 in New York.
- The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the international organization for public-private cooperation.
Responsibilities
- Support the end-to-end design and delivery of Forum convenings, including high-level meetings, partner engagements, and institutional events
- Support the full event lifecycle, from concept development and planning through execution and post-event evaluation
- Support translating strategic objectives into impactful event formats that foster dialogue, collaboration, and outcomes
- Partner closely with Global Programming Team, Centers, and government affairs teams to ensure alignment with institutional priorities
- Drive continuous improvement by establishing best practices, standards, and playbooks for event execution
- Design and deliver inclusive, high-quality experiences that reflect the Forum's values and brand
- Support all aspects of guest experience, including reception flows, catering, space design, and service delivery
- Support planning and coordination of office operations, events calendar, and resource allocation
- Collaborate with office management on forecasting of office cost centers and budgets
- Support procurement, vendor selection, and contract negotiations in alignment with Forum policies and compliance frameworks
Requirements
- Experience with budgeting, procurement, and contract management
- Advanced Proficiency in systems and software, such as Microsoft Office/Excel, CRM's, procurement tools, and driving efficiencies accordingly.
- Please Note: This role requires the ability to work on site 5 days per week.
Nice to have
- Provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders on event feasibility, production, and delivery in the NY Office
- Champion a world-class hospitality experience, positioning the NY Office as a trusted and welcoming environment for global leaders
- Strengthen internal systems, tools, and communications ) to enhance clarity on hospitality and event processes
- Bachelor's degree in hotel management, hospitality, travel/tourism or related field
- High level of adaptability in a continually evolving international environment
- 3+ years of experience in event management, hospitality, operations, or related fields
- Proven track record of delivering complex, high-level events and stakeholder engagements
Compensation
- The annual salary range for this role is $90,000-105,000 in New York.
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