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Senior Manager, Events & Logistics

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Washington, D.C., USA
Full-time

Supervises and oversees the staff and contract services to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective operation of NPR’s Food Services, Logistics, and Facilities Services business units.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of in-house cafeteria services and coordination of catering from in-house and contracted sources at all NPR locations.
  • Oversees all aspects of conference and event space at all NPR locations.
  • Responsible for day-to-day supervision of Logistics Unit operations; including delivery services, reproduction services, and in-house maintenance and staff onboarding/ relocation.
  • Schedules invoice payment and record-keeping of vendors related to core responsibilities.
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills/Experience: 
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities services or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Events Management.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experiences in restaurant, catering and/or in-house food services in a large organization.
  • At least 5 years of experience in services management, including scheduling, evaluations and personnel actions.
  • Proven management skills related to a staff of up to 30 employees and contract workers.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of in-house food service operations for a large organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and lead the work of others in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadline pressures.
  • Ability to use office productivity software.
  • Ability to develop and meet SLAs and provide management reports including metrics. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to deal with customers, staff, and other business contacts inside and outside the organization.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills needed to communicate effectively.

Special Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds on an intermittent basis with the aid of a hand truck.
  • This is a 24/7 on call position for response to emergencies and off-hours project supervision.
  • This position requires work at all US NPR offices, with primary assignment to Washington, D.C.
Compensation/Benefits: 

NPR offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits, retirement, and work/life balance programs, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Organization Info

National Public Radio, Inc.

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Founded: 
1971
About Us
Mission: 

NPR's mission is to work in partnership with member stations to create a more informed public-one challenged and invigorated by a deeper understanding and appreciation of events, ideas and cultures. To accomplish our mission, NPR produces, acquires and distributes programming that meets the highest standards of public service in journalism and cultural expression. Our vision is to serve the public as the leading provider of high quality news, information and cultural programming worldwide.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 26 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 26 2019
Hiring Organization: 
National Public Radio, Inc.
industry: 
Nonprofit