Temporary Events Specialist

To Apply for this Job Click Here This temporary Event Specialist opportunity offers $30/hour and is expected to run through June with potential for permanent hire. The position is based in Cambridge, MA, beginning fully onsite for training before transitioning to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote). Standard hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility required for occasional evening and weekend events. This role is with a nonprofit research and policy organization and focuses on planning, coordinating, and executing virtual, hybrid, and in-person events. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary operational lead for assigned virtual and in-person events. Manage all phases of event planning, execution, reconciliation, and post-event evaluation. Coordinate vendor relationships, contracts, budgets, and event logistics. Oversee registration management, speaker coordination, and travel arrangements. Direct onsite and virtual event operations and troubleshoot issues as needed. Partner with internal teams including IT, Facilities, Communications, and program departments. Support large-scale and high-visibility events alongside senior team members. Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and cross-functional special projects. Ensure events align with branding standards and audience engagement objectives. Qualifications: 3-8 years of event planning, meeting management, administrative, program management, or related experience. Experience supporting virtual and hybrid events. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Experience managing vendors, budgets, logistics, and stakeholder relationships. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively solve problems. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management platforms such as Asana or Monday.com. Experience with platforms such as Zoom and Swoogo preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Spanish or Portuguese language skills are a plus. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional travel as needed. Qualified candidates encouraged to apply for immediate consideration. A1476367IR_1790879425 To Apply for this Job Click Here