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Manager, Large-Scale Events and Conferences
2 months ago
Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) is seeking an experienced Event Manager, Conferences and Fundraising to champion the cause of childhood cancer care in Ontario.
About the Role- Lead the logistics and execution of POGO's marquee fundraising event, the POGO PJ Party, managing everything from vendor relations to onsite event management.
- Manage the logistics and execution of our annual clinical education Symposium and other key events, including securing top speakers, overseeing accreditation, and ensuring a seamless onsite experience.
- Oversee the development, delivery, and evaluation of year-round POGO virtual and in-person educational events and webinars in collaboration with the Clinical Program teams.
- Handle all logistical aspects of event management, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, online registration, and more.
- Approach each event as a project, from initial planning through post-event evaluation, ensuring every detail is meticulously accounted for.
- Recruit, schedule, and oversee event staff and volunteers to ensure they are prepared to deliver exceptional experiences.
- Plan and execute stewardship and community events for POGO donors and partners, working closely with our Development Team.
- Collaborate with our Communications team to ensure that the POGO brand shines across all events.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for POGO team-based events, leading logistics for internal social committee activities, media events, and more.
- Establish success metrics for events and gather feedback to continuously improve future initiatives.
- Research and implement industry trends and best practices to recommend opportunities for growth and expansion of POGO's mission.
- Develop and execute event strategies that align with POGO's mission and goals.
- Manage event budgets and negotiate contracts with vendors.
- Coordinate logistics for events, including venue selection, catering, and audiovisual equipment.
- Oversee event marketing and promotion, including social media and email campaigns.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful event execution.
- Provide exceptional customer service to event attendees, sponsors, and vendors.
- A degree or diploma in Event Management, Event Planning, or a related field.
- 7+ years of event management experience, with a strong background in large-scale conferences and fundraising events (250+ attendees). Experience in healthcare education is a bonus.
- Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage budgets and negotiate contracts.
- Proficiency with virtual and hybrid event technologies.
- Strong relationship-building abilities with a variety of stakeholders, including partners and volunteers.
- A creative, resourceful approach with a knack for problem-solving on the fly.
- High energy and enthusiasm, with the flexibility to manage evening and weekend events.
POGO is a great place to grow your career and support the advancement of the childhood cancer system in Ontario.
We offer a highly flexible work environment, good benefits, and a generous, inclusive team culture that values your contributions.
POGO partners to achieve an excellent childhood cancer care system for children, youth, their families, survivors, and healthcare teams in Ontario and beyond.
POGO champions childhood cancer care, and as the collective voice of this community, is the official advisor to Ontario's Ministry of Health on children's cancer control and treatment.
POGO is a non-profit organization with charitable status.
Why Join Us?- Hybrid work model (candidates are required to work from our Toronto office a minimum of 23 days/week).
- A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health benefits.
- A minimum of 3 weeks of paid vacation time.
- Participation in a defined pension plan with Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver on our mission, and that to achieve our vision of excellence requires an environment in which everyone feels welcomed and valued, including our team, and those we serve and with whom we work.
POGO is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process.
