Company: Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast (IACCSE)
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce is looking for a Junior Project Manager – Events & Communications to join our team.
Our Chamber is a non-profit business organization officially recognized by the Italian Government, dedicated to fostering trade between Italy and the United States. The successful candidate should be ready to thrive in a fast-paced team environment with the opportunity to gain experience in various aspects of the Italian and U.S. markets.
Description:
The candidate will support the Senior team of projects and events of the IACCSE, to enhance various initiatives, including the Chamber’s signature business events. The junior project manager will be responsible for researching and securing venues, planning and managing our events calendar, negotiating quotes and agreements with vendors, assisting with event marketing and communications, assisting in managing sponsors, exhibitors and attendees, monitoring timelines.
Hours Schedule: This is part-time opportunity (20 hours/week) that may evolve into a full-time position, after a few months (40 hours/week). Monday to Friday at our office in Brickell Ave.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Handling all questions and information requests regarding the projects and events for existing and prospective exhibitors/sponsors.
- Assisting with event communication activities.
- Preparing marketing materials.
- Implementing event plans and concepts.
- Managing invoicing and payments.
- Liaising with vendors.
- Responding to sponsors’ and exhibitors’ requests.
- Managing logistics.
- Updating Senior Management.
- Handling post-event reports.
Requirements:
- Full command of English and Italian languages. (Full command of written and spoken Italian is essential)
- Ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously, strong project management skills, and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
- High organizational and presentation skills, both written and spoken.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Legal resident in the US
What we offer:
- Fair compensation.
- Commissions.
- PTO
- Opportunity to gain international business experience.
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to info@iacc-miami.com , including “Junior Project Manager “ in the subject line of your email. Please mention your current work permit status in the US in the email.