Hybrid Event Manager at NFL Players Association

The NFL Players Association is looking for a dynamic Event Manager to join our award-winning Events and Travel team!  Are you passionate about event production and creating memorable guest experiences? 

The Event Manager will be responsible for strategy, environmental design and execution of logistics for a suite of signature events.   Duties include event production, logistics management and creative implementation of event elements, including, but not limited to food and beverage, décor, branding and audio visual.   You will work directly with external vendors and a variety of internal teams to produce best in class experiences for our membership and partners.  This position will work closely with our Former Player Services Department to conceptualize, design and produce signature event activations for our former player membership of 15,000+.

The ideal candidate has proven experience with in-person and virtual events and is exceptionally organized, able to manage competing priorities and successfully resolve issues, is a master of prioritization and thrives in a fast-paced environment.  You will be a part of a culture of event excellence and strive for flawless execution underscoring the organization’s mission providing world-class service.  

Primary responsibilities include:

• Designing and creating premier event experiences.
• Partnering and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to develop and deliver world class events.
• Analyzing and developing solutions and strategies to streamline all aspects of the event lifecycle.

About the NFL Players Association  

The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) is the union for professional football players in the NFL and headquartered in Washington, D.C. Established in 1956, the NFLPA has a long history of protecting the health, safety and financial future of its more than 2,000 player members, who are the backbone of North America's most popular and highest revenue-generating sport. Through a wide offering of programs, resources and engagement opportunities, the NFLPA provides world-class service to players throughout their career lifecycle and builds solidarity to advocate on their behalf in the areas of healthcare, revenue, compensation and working conditions. The current CBA will govern the sport through the 2030 season. Learn more at nflpa.com. 

In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit package, the NFLPA also offers a fun, learning culture and flexible work environment. Full time employees are currently required to work onsite in our Washington DC office for a minimum of three days a week.