Senior Meeting & Events Planner

Ripple Effect

. Oversee the planning and implementation of meetings and conventions .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRockville • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $84,688 - $97,391 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event planning and management, including budget development, stakeholder communication, and compliance with federal advisory committee requirements. Proven ability to coordinate resources, manage timelines, and analyze event data for continuous improvement.

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Event PlanningBudget ManagementProject ManagementStakeholder CommunicationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Event LogisticsBudget ReconciliationMeeting PlanningDocumentation ManagementData AnalysisTimeline ManagementVendor NegotiationQuality Standards EnforcementMicrosoft OfficeAI Tools Application

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailProblem SolvingTeam Supervision

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft TeamsSharePointCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CMPDESCGMPCPCE

Industry Keywords

Federal Advisory Committee ActEvent ManagementLogistical ChallengesContractual CompliancePublic-Access Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the planning and implementation of meetings and conventions
Coordinate across teams to ensure events are executed effectively and meet quality standards
Prepare and review event-related materials, including plans and status reports
Guide team members on effective stakeholder communication
Develop integrated event schedules and manage resources to meet milestones
Ensure timely completion of event logistics and tasks
Enforce quality standards and procedures and implement corrective actions
Analyze event data and feedback to improve future events
Develop and monitor event budgets, reallocate resources, address budget variances, and negotiate vendor contracts
Ensure regulatory and contractual compliance, including safety regulations and contract terms
Oversee event plans, procedures, reports, and other documentation
Develop event work plans and budgets and advise management on process improvements and best practices
Build relationships with internal departments and external partners including venues, caterers, transportation providers, and AV providers
Supervise team members, assign work, manage timekeeping, resolve problems, oversee performance, and provide training
Work independently with broad guidance on increasingly complex tasks and mentor others
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
6+ years of relevant professional experience
2+ years of project management experience
Experience supporting meetings subject to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) or similar federal advisory committee requirements, including meeting planning, documentation, public-access, and compliance considerations
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate with vendors and stakeholders, anticipate logistical challenges, and troubleshoot issues with guidance from senior staff
Experience managing event budgets, timelines, production schedules, and project plans
Experience tracking expenses, purchase orders, invoices, and supporting budget reconciliation
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to execute instructions
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software
Intermediate experience with collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
Must reside in a U.S. location where Ripple Effect is authorized to employ staff
Ripple Effect is currently unable to employ individuals whose primary residence is in California, New York, or Puerto Rico
Intermediate experience with AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and how they can be applied to support project management tasks
Meeting or event management certification such as CMP, DES, CGMP, CPCE, or similar is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Exceptional benefits
Programs that support work/life balance and personalized preferences