What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Events position at ACORE?
Position Title: Director, Events
Department: Finance, Strategy & Events
Reporting To: Chief of Staff
Supervises: Manager, Events
Based in: Washington, D.C. Metro Area
Who We Are:
The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) has been the nation’s leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion for over 20 years. The ACORE staff brings decades of experience, passion, and dedication to their jobs, translating into tenacious execution for our members and partners in driving the clean energy revolution forward. We believe in a clean energy future. We also believe in enjoying where you work. ACORE is proud to be named by The Nonprofit Times as one of the best nonprofits to work for in 2023.
Who We’re Looking For:
ACORE is seeking a Director of Events to inform the strategy, design, and execution of the organization’s convenings, building on our existing best-in-class events. From large-scale conferences to intimate salon dinners, the Director will ensure every ACORE event advances our mission, elevates our brand, and delivers measurable value to members and stakeholders. In addition to stewarding ACORE’s flagship events, this leader will play a central role in developing new, revenue-generating event concepts that expand ACORE’s impact and financial sustainability.
Programming & Content Development
Leadership & Collaboration
Evaluation & Innovation
The Must-Haves:
Non-Discrimination
ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $100,000-$120,000
Department: Finance, Strategy & Events
Reporting To: Chief of Staff
Supervises: Manager, Events
Based in: Washington, D.C. Metro Area
Who We Are:
The American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) has been the nation’s leading voice on the issues most essential to clean energy expansion for over 20 years. The ACORE staff brings decades of experience, passion, and dedication to their jobs, translating into tenacious execution for our members and partners in driving the clean energy revolution forward. We believe in a clean energy future. We also believe in enjoying where you work. ACORE is proud to be named by The Nonprofit Times as one of the best nonprofits to work for in 2023.
Who We’re Looking For:
ACORE is seeking a Director of Events to inform the strategy, design, and execution of the organization’s convenings, building on our existing best-in-class events. From large-scale conferences to intimate salon dinners, the Director will ensure every ACORE event advances our mission, elevates our brand, and delivers measurable value to members and stakeholders. In addition to stewarding ACORE’s flagship events, this leader will play a central role in developing new, revenue-generating event concepts that expand ACORE’s impact and financial sustainability.
Key Job Duties:
Event Production & Management- Maintain best-in-class standards for event design, execution, and attendee experience.
- Oversee planning and execution for three annual conferences, plus a portfolio of workshops, webinars, dinners, and receptions.
- Develop and manage event budgets, monitor expenses and revenue, and report regularly on performance.
- Negotiate contracts with hotels, venues, and service providers to achieve cost savings and maximize value.
- Coordinate on the creation of event marketing plans, promotional signage and collateral with the Senior Marketing Manager.
Programming & Content Development
- Lead internal collaboration with policy and engagement team to shape compelling and marketable event agendas that translate technical policy expertise into engaging audience programming.
- Guide the selection of event speakers to ensure diversity of perspectives and topics across all conferences and event programs; ensure appropriate coordination and preparation for all speakers.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Manage and support the Events Manager, fostering professional development and career growth.
- Assist the Chief of Staff in developing and refining the strategy and annual roadmap for ACORE events.
- Collaborate with marketing, communications, and membership teams to ensure events are promoted effectively, marketed, and leveraged for sponsorship, member, and media engagement.
Evaluation & Innovation
- Work across the organization to create and scale new event offerings that drive additional revenue and enhance stakeholder engagement.
- Identify market gaps and member needs to propose new events or event formats to strengthen ACORE’s position within the marketplace.
- Collect and analyze attendee feedback to continuously improve event quality.
- Track event metrics, trends, and best practices to drive innovation and ensure competitive positioning.
The Must-Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree required (CMP/CMM designation a plus)
- 5 years of event and conference planning experience
- Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet
- Strong project management skills and the ability to handle several complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to customer service
- Experience interacting with C-Level professionals and Policymakers
- Ability to occasionally work during non-business hours and travel (about 10%)
- Competitive salary.
- Robust health care options.
- Generous vacation policy with 15 vacation days in your first year.
- 11 federal holidays, plus the week between Christmas and New Year's.
- Paid parental leave.
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in the office).
- 401(k) retirement plan that includes an employer contribution.
- Educational assistance program.
- Talented team members who care deeply about our mission and one another.
Non-Discrimination
ACORE is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $100,000-$120,000
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000
