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Director, Events Planning
Job Code: 27611
POSTED: Nov 06
Salary: Open Location: New Jersey
Employer: Telcordia Technologies Type: Full Time - Experienced
Category: Event Marketing    



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About Telcordia Technologies

Telcordia Technologies is a leading global provider of telecommunications software and services for IP, wireline, wireless, and cable networks. The company delivers flexible, standards-based solutions that optimize complex network and business support systems, enabling customers to manage, transform and grow their businesses.

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Job Description
Establishes operational objectives and assignments and delegates assignments to subordinate managers. Objectives are reviewed by senior management to determine success of operation. Generally responsible for the management of an organization unit, including the development and execution of unit initiatives. Contributes to setting direction and goals of the organization, and functions as an advisor regarding tasks, projects and operations. Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies which affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect. Erroneous decisions will result in critical delays in schedules/operations and may jeopardize overall business activities. Manages work through professional staff. This is considered the first "true" level of management with full accountability for all human resource decisions. Generally has full budget and management responsibility. Normally has technical knowledge and skill set equivalent to a G level professional or greater. Typically requires 10+ years of related experience with a BS; 6+years of experience with an MS. Strategic advisor to senior management on communication issues. Represents company/department view to key audiences. Has broad understanding of corporate business strategies and goals, and is able to plan/direct within dynamic situations. Major Duties & Functions - Responsible for strategic planning and execution of all internal and external events, conferences and trade shows worldwide with the goal of establishing and maintaining stakeholder relations to achieve a favorable image of the company with customers, potential customers, employees and the general public.

- Oversight of all aspects of Customer Briefing Center, including scheduling, planning and technical support for customer and sales meetings, conferences and technical demonstrations of software products and solutions.

- Consults with executive leadership, business units, sales, and corporate to communicate corporate and marketing messages to target audience(s).

- Interface with business unit representatives and sales teams to plan and executive customer facing and industry marketing events and activities worldwide.

- Has understanding of corporate business strategies and goals, and is able to plan/direct within dynamic situations

- Collaborate with brand manager and marketing teams for the production of all event production assets, including: theme, logo, ads, posters, banners, video, and stage materials, among others

- Manages two full-time employees and one part time contractor.

- Manages external agencies to execute program elements as needed.

- Full budget and management responsibility


Requirements
Qualifications You Must Have - Excellent written communication skills - Analytical skills - Problem solving skills - Highly organized and detail oriented - Strong multi-tasking skills - Strong computer and technical skills - Willingness to travel as needed (~50%) - Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Event Planning, Communications, or related field - 10+ years relevant experience in the events marketing industry with emphasis on tradeshow planning and corporate theater production - Technical acumen in AV equipment and presentation technologies - Technical acumen in graphics and presentation production software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and PowerPoint Additional Qualifications - Strong leadership, interpersonal and time management skills - Strong project management skills - Ability to think strategically and creatively - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Ability to multi-task in a fast paced dynamic environment - Ability to manage multiple agendas; prioritize assignments and people - Excellent prioritization skills with a clear focus on results. - Demonstrated problem solving ability, including strong conceptual and analytical skills and ability to turn findings into executable plans. - Ability to delegate effectively, work independently, and in group settings - Knowledge of computer networking infrastructure


 
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