Events Manager

The World Justice Project (WJP) is seeking a full-time Events Manager to execute strategic in-person and online events that support WJP’s mission to advance rule of law globally. This is a fixed-term, one-year staff position with the possibility for extension or transition to a permanent role. The Events Manager will report directly to the Director of Engagement and manage all operational aspects of WJP’s convenings. This will primarily entail organizing the 2025 World Justice Forum, WJP’s international rule of law conference, to be held in June 2025 in Europe. This role will also be responsible for planning launch events for a range of WJP research products, such as the global WJP Rule of Law Index and sub-national data initiative in the European Union.

About the World Justice Project

The World Justice Project (WJP) was launched in 2009 to promote justice and the rule of law globally. It is best known for its Rule of Law Index, the world’s leading source on the performance of 139 countries in relation to absence of corruption, open government, civil and criminal justice, fundamental rights, and other rule of law standards. Drawing on the Index methodology, WJP also undertakes in-depth studies on particularly countries and topics, such as access to justice, criminal justice, environmental governance, and corruption. WJP puts this data and research into action to strengthen the rule of law through convening, engagement, and support of a global network—including through the biennial World Justice Forum and World Justice Challenge. At a time when the rule of law is facing fundamental challenges throughout the world, WJP’s mission to strengthen respect for justice, peace, and fundamental rights is more pressing than ever. For more information, please visit worldjusticeproject.org.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all operational elements of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events from start to finish, in alignment with budget, target audiences, and key objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and procure event vendors in compliance with WJP’s internal policies and reporting requirements.
• Manage the work of vendors and contractors, including local event-planning agencies, venues, hotels, A/V providers, interpreters, caterers, and transportation companies.
• Develop, oversee, and report on event budgets to ensure all events are executed within budget and in compliance with donor requirements.
• Collaborate across all WJP departments to organize event design items, website, financial reporting and compliance, and staffing and operational components.
• Manage the selection and implementation of all technical event elements, such as online registration systems, mobile apps, and virtual/hybrid video platforms.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with 7 or more years of experience in events management, preferably in the non-profit or government sector, or an MA/MS with 5 or more years of experience.
• Thorough familiarity with the Zoom meeting and webinar platform and experience organizing Zoom hybrid and virtual events.
• Superior project management and organizational abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly resolve issues or change plans prior to or during events as circumstances arise.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, particularly across cultures.
• Negotiation and contract management skills to secure cost-effective and high-quality services.
• Experience developing and tracking event budgets.
• English fluency is required; proficiency in an additional language (including Spanish or French) is a plus.
• Experience with Salesforce and Mail Chimp is a plus.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for trips up to one week in duration (less than 10% travel).
• Commitment to WJP’s mission and principles

Location

The position will be based in the WJP Washington, DC office. WJP maintains a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule, with staff expected to work from the office at least three days per week.

Physical Requirements

While performing the responsibilities of the job, this person will frequently be required to use finger dexterity as well as sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. This person may need to remain seated for long periods of time, have the ability to perform repetitive motions, grasp objects, including a writing instrument, stand, communicate verbally and hear well enough to detect nuances, and receive detailed information. This person may be required to walk, push or pull objects, bend, squat, reach, or kneel. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for extensive reading. WJP is committed to making reasonable accommodations to support employment of people with disabilities.

Working Conditions

The work conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing this job. This person will typically work indoors in a heated and air-conditioned office, with a mixture of natural, incandescent and fluorescent light with low to moderate noise levels.

Equal Employment Opportunities

WJP values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and complies with all relevant laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunities.