Position: Interim Signature Events Manager (Maternity Leave Coverage) 

Reports to: Vice President of Operations

Compensation: Hourly Rate

Anticipated Hours per Week: 10-15 hours

Assignment Duration: November 22, 2024 -- February 7, 2025

Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce: 

At the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC), we are dedicated to moving Business Forward toward a thriving community. As a Membership-based organization, we serve as an advocate and resource for our Members, and help foster strong connections and engagement through our events and programs.

Recognized as a 5-star Accredited Chamber, the NACC is committed to a people-first culture, powered by the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which focuses on Core Values, placing the right people in the right roles, and maintaining a clear Accountability Chart.

We are looking for a candidate who embodies our Core Values -- bringing a helpful, positive, and proactive approach to achieve, educate, and connect our Members, in order to elevate our programs and events.

Role and Responsibilities: 

The Interim Signature Events Manager will manage the planning, logistics, and day-of execution for several key events from November of 2024 through early February 2025. This includes overseeing the President's Reception on December 3, 2024. In addition to these events, you will assist in managing and preparing for future Signature Events in 2025.

Key Responsibilities: 

Manage the planning, logistics, and day-of execution of the above mentioned Signature Events

Serve as the Onsite Event Contact, including being the first one in and last one out

Facilitate NACC Staff, Board of Directors (BOD), and volunteer Signature Event participation

Collaborate with vendors, partners, and sponsors to coordinate all event logistics

Adhere to event budgets and NACC financial processes, such as timely, accurate invoice submissions and deposit schedules

Provide weekly updates to the Leadership team on event planning progress and participate in weekly Leadership meetings

Prepare for additional Signature Events in 2025 and support future programming planning

Orchestrate future events, as needed

Spring General Membership Luncheon, March 2025

NACC Gala, April 2025

NACC State of the City, May 2025

Chairman's Reception, June 2025

Recommend, review and present contracts and banquet event orders for Leadership approval

Maintain detailed event records and gather feedback through post-event surveys

Analyze event performance data to assess areas for improvement

Collaborate with the Finance Manager to reconcile event budgets

Office Hours & Location: 

This is a hybrid role with a combination of in-office and remote work. Some early-morning, evening, and weekend commitments will be required. Light travel within the region may be necessary for venue/vendor visits.

Location: 

55 S. Main Street, Suite 375, Naperville, IL 60540

Event Attendance: 

This position is required to attend all Signature Events within the contracted timeframe of October-December 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, and training.

To Apply: 

Email your Cover Letter, stating your hourly compensation expectations and Resume to: jobs@naperville.net

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