At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.
We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
This position interacts with divisional leadership, enterprise employees, and global donors of ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The Advisor - Events Planner serves as a center of excellence for event planning and execution, bringing partners' visions to life through proven methodologies, exceptional standards, innovative ideas, and professional expertise.
In this role, you will collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to create memorable, mission-driven experiences that engage attendees, inspire support, and deepen connections to the St. Jude mission. The position may support a territory, multiple business units, and/or Signature Events initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Planning & Execution
Provide strategic event planning and logistics support for internal and external meetings and events involving donors, staff, volunteers, patient families, and guests.
Lead planning and execution for small- to medium-sized events, ensuring seamless delivery from concept through completion.
Manage event design, décor, food and beverage planning, and vendor relationships for mid- to high-tier events.
Partner with Marketing to secure and coordinate branded St. Jude collateral and event materials.
Project & Vendor Management
Conduct market research, gather event-related information, and negotiate with vendors and service providers.
Utilize project management best practices to ensure events are delivered on time and within budget.
Develop and recommend event planning resources, including agendas, event recaps, event checklists, Statements of Service (SOS), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and budgets.
Maintain and utilize internal event management systems and databases.
Stakeholder & Committee Engagement
Build strong relationships with clients, committee members, and key stakeholders to identify needs and deliver exceptional event experiences.
Set meeting agendas, facilitate planning discussions, and ensure timely follow-up with committees and external partners.
Serve as a trusted advisor by recommending event strategies and solutions that support organizational objectives and stakeholder satisfaction.
Continuous Improvement
Research, analyze, and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and support cost savings.
Proactively address issues and troubleshoot challenges before and during event execution.
Conduct pre-event and post-event evaluations and report outcomes, insights, and recommendations.
Leadership & Decision-Making
Assists with planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work to ensure quality standards are achieved.
Supports training efforts and may provide input regarding hiring, compensation, and performance-related decisions.
Operates with considerable independence and discretion in applying established best practices, standards, and guidelines.
Solves highly varied, complex, and often non-routine challenges requiring creativity, innovation, and sound judgment.
Makes recommendations that influence policies, procedures, and operational practices while working within ALSAC objectives and guidelines.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in event planning, meeting management, hospitality, nonprofit events, or a related field.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and…