Events Manager

Rung for Women is looking for like-minded individuals to join our team of passionate and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to inspiring women to climb the economic ladder. We envision a world where all women can lead equitable and abundant lives. Rung offers professional and personal development opportunities, along with a supportive community of women who want to earn a thriving wage and overcome the systemic economic, social, and health barriers to wealth creation.

We believe in unlocking potential and possibilities in our staff and Members. In 2024, Rung will focus on career pathways in the technology and advanced manufacturing industries. Rung for Women partners with employers and training providers who offer a fast-track to a new career through short-term industry‑specific training, on‑the‑job training, and/or apprenticeships. Our Members gain access to a community of like‑minded women, health and wellness amenities, and childcare to support them in achieving their goals.

Since our launch in March of 2021, more than 500 women have begun a journey with Rung. Many of them have completed coaching, and career training, and have achieved better employment opportunities and increased their income. Rung for Women’s model provides a focus on industries with the most high‑impact career and income opportunities for women. If you would like to be a part of an organization that is disrupting the status quo in women’s personal and professional lives, Rung for Women is the place for you!

Inspiring all women to climb the economic opportunity ladder.

• Innovate
• Collaborate
• Invite Joy
• Promote Self‑determination
• Uphold Equity

• Passionate about Rung’s vision & mission
• Collaborators
• Effective communicators
• Self‑directed
• Value‑adders
• Have a growth mindset and high EQ

How you’ll help Rung achieve our vision:
Many of Rung’s members are coming from stressful, over‑full lives. Rung is often a respite, a place for them to focus on their future. This position ensures that our facility supports their journey and creates a welcoming environment for all who set foot on our campus.

We’re looking for someone passionate about event management and customer service. This position will ensure Rung’s campus is maintained and operating at optimal levels, and that every guest has a safe and joyful experience. This role coordinates with a wide range of external partners, including property and grounds managers, public utilities, and office supply and equipment vendors. If you have a knack for anticipating problems, get excited about the to‑do lists, like variety in your day, and are solutions‑oriented, then this position is for you.

Schedule:

12:00 pm – 8:30 pm Monday – Thursday; schedule will vary based on operational and event needs, including working weekends and late nights to support events in the building. Successful candidates should expect to work no less than 2 weekends per month.

• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external events, including answering the Events Outlook email account rental request inquiries
• Manage the setup and teardown event space needs, in addition to performing the setup and teardown
• Setup and teardown can include moving, lifting, and stacking chairs and tables (6ft, 8ft, 10ft round and long tables).
• Collaborate across teams to manage internal and external events
• Ensure all events meet Rung’s brand and operational standards
• Manage relationships with any third‑party event management companies
• Manage custodial services requests for all events that occur during and outside of normal business hours (weekends included)
• Develop and manage event‑related policies, procedures and processes
• Maintain and regularly update preferred catering vendor lists
• Managing conference space walkthrough and building tour requests
• Coordinate with all departments, making sure events have adequate supplies and materials as needed
• Maintain an inventory of conference room furniture assets and setup maintenance needs
• Managing inventory of building supplies, beverage station, vending machines and building physical assets to ensure minimal loss
• Inspecting campus daily…