Events Manager
Leadership Institute
Arlington, VA
Full Time
On-Site
About the Leadership Institute
Founded in 1979 by its president, Morton C. Blackwell, the Leadership Institute (LI) is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to training conservatives of all ages to succeed in politics, government, and the media. LI has trained more than 300,000 activists, leaders, and students through its programs in campaigns, fundraising, grassroots organizing, youth politics, and communications.
Position Overview
The Events Manager supports the planning and execution of the Leadership Institute’s events by assisting with logistics, coordination, and on-site operations. Reporting to the Director of Events and working closely with the Assistant Director of Events, this role helps ensure that events run smoothly and efficiently.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and dependable professional looking to grow in event management. The Manager of Events plays a key supporting role in executing LI’s events portfolio and maintaining high-quality experiences for guests, donors, and partners.
This is an in-office position based in Arlington, VA.
Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Execution
Assist in the management, coordination and execution of events from planning through completion.
Support the preparation of event materials and assist in coordinating logistics including room setups, catering, A/V, registration, and event materials.
Provide on-site event support, including setup, guest check-in, and breakdown.
Assist with managing guest lists, RSVPs.
Ensure event spaces are properly prepared and maintained before and after events.
Vendor & Logistics Management
Communicate with vendors to confirm orders, deliveries, and event-day needs.
Assist with tracking invoices, contracts, and basic vendor information.
Help coordinate deliveries and ensure all materials arrive on time and as expected.
Operations Support
Assist in maintaining LI’s event spaces, including meeting rooms and common areas.
Support internal scheduling and logistics for events and space usage.
Help ensure supplies, materials, and equipment are organized and ready for use.
Administrative & Team Support
Maintain event documents, checklists, and calendars.
Support post-event wrap-up, including organizing materials, tracking expenses, and collecting feedback.
Assist the events team with administrative tasks and special projects as needed.
Qualifications
1–3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, or administrative support (internships included).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends as needed for events.
Ability to lift and move event materials as needed.
Interest in event planning, nonprofit work, or political organizations preferred.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Compensation
Salary range commensurate with experience.