Position: Events Manager (Contract)

Organization: Pratham, USA

Location: Remote within the U.S.; Preference will be given to someone who resides in Houston or Dallas, D.C., N.Y.C., S.F., L.A.

This is a contract positon that will last from May-October, 2024

Pratham envisions a future where every Indian child can lead a fulfilling life, regardless of their birthplace. We advocate for the right to quality education that prepares children for life and work. Since 1994, our initiatives in Mumbai have aimed to address this vision. Our focus includes:

1. Literacy and Learning Interventions: Engaging children aged 3-14 to enhance basic reading, writing, and math skills.
2. Vocational Training: Promoting economic self-sufficiency for young adults through training and job placement.
3. Girls' Education Program: Assisting female dropouts over 14 in completing secondary school education.
4. Research and Advocacy Efforts: Measuring and providing reliable data on children's learning. EdTech solutions empower self-driven learning outside the classroom.

Impact:

• Reach millions annually across 23 cities, 21 states, and two union territories.
• Directly reach 500,000 children, serve 20,000 communities.
• Help 200,000 children catch up on lost learning due to school closures.
• Provide a "second chance" to earn secondary school certificates for 4,000 young women.
• Train 50,000 youth and place 27,000 in jobs.
• Equip 700 partners with digital learning content through Pradigi Open School.
• ASER survey inspires citizen-led assessments in 14 countries on three continents.

Pratham USA: A 501(c)(3) charity with US chapters raising awareness and resources. Seeking a special events professional for national and international events, aiming to enhance community engagement and increase brand awareness.

Job Description: Pratham USA seeks an experienced events professional to lead large-scale national and international events. Responsibilities include:

• Leadership and project management of stewardship events.
• Planning prestigious fundraising events, hybrid conferences, and donor engagement forums.
• Budget management and timeline creation.
• Collaboration with chapters, legal specialists, and development managers.
• Seek new opportunities and collaborations for income maximization.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications for effective assets production.

Join our ambitious team dedicated to successful donor stewardship and income generation.