Membership Manager

Phi Delta Kappa International is seeking a seasoned veteran thought partner to serve in the role of Membership Project Manager who would be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to attract, retain, and cultivate a diverse membership community, successful planning, execution, and evaluation of a variety of events, from small meetings to large-scale conferences and other related projects. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. If you are an organizer with a proven track record for leading events and a team player looking to be a part of an exciting venture, we want to talk to you. This position is primarily remote but has periodic in-person responsibilities, so the candidate must live in the DC metro area.

PRIMARY DUTIES

The Membership Manager will report to the Membership Director and work with other senior staff to develop and execute state and national conferences, summits, and other related projects to increase the engagement of the membership across the organization.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Event Planning:
  • Coordinate all aspects of event planning, including venue selection, budget management, vendor coordination, and guest list management for both small and large scale events.
  • Develop detailed event timelines and schedules.
  • Research and select appropriate vendors and suppliers.
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Oversee event execution on-site, ensuring that everything runs smoothly.
• Project Management:
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines are met, and tasks are completed efficiently.
  • Track project progress and identify potential risks or issues.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation.
• Budget Management:
  • Create and manage event and project budgets, ensuring that costs are within the allocated budget.
• Communication:
  • Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and team members.
  • Respond promptly to inquiries and resolve issues.
  • Experience with working with board of directors, district leaders, and other professionals
• Team Management
  • Proven in managing teams both up and down
  • Able to work with counterparts in other organizations
• Membership Support
  • Maintain an accurate and up-to-date membership database.
  • Provide support for staff in covering phones, emails, and mail processing.
  • Other duties are assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

As a prerequisite, the successful candidate must be committed to our core principles. Beyond that, we are seeking a detail-oriented candidate with exceptional organizational skills.

• The ideal candidate will reside in the DC Metro area and have their own transportation
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, event management, or a related field, with a preference for experience in education.
• 2-3 years of experience in event planning or project management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in marketing and/or public relations.
• Experience in de-escalation
• Problem-solver with the ability to execute but not be limited to linear thinking and a willingness to lead and innovate.
• Proven self-starter with a track record of excelling in a fast-paced work environment and managing time effectively; also, able to work independently.
• Proficient in the MS Office Suite particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, Planner and Adobe product
• Experience in event software, SharePoint, and project management software is a plus.

COMPENSATION

PDK International is prepared to offer $65 to $70K plus the potential of bonus and/or commission as compensation for the role, depending on experience, as well as a generous 403(b), vacation, and health benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Your resume and cover letter will serve as your application.

To be considered for this role, submit your resume, cover letter, and application to HR@pdkintl.org with the subject line: Membership Manager. Deviation from this subject line will cause a delay in the processing of your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.