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About The Kennedy Center
"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit." - President John F. Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.
At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Why Join Us
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including:
Job Description
The Special Events team directs and manages all Office of Development events, including fundraising and benefit-fulfillment events for the Kennedy Center, National Symphony Orchestra, and the Washington National Opera.
At the direction of the Special Events Manager, Leadership Events and in collaboration with the Special Events Coordinator, the Special Events Assistant Manager is responsible for administrative and logistical management relating to execution of committee trips and donor benefit events.
Working in partnership with the Individual Giving, National Symphony Orchestra, and Washington National Opera development teams, this role supports events with the Kennedy Center Board of Trustees, the President's Advisory Committee on the Arts (PACA), the National Committee for the Performing Arts (NCPA), the Kennedy Center International Committee on the Arts (KCICA), the National Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors and National Trustees, and the Washington National Opera Governance Board.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership Event Management
Donor Benefit Events
Donor Communications & Guest Management
Budgeting: Ensure all event expenses are recorded and paid in a timely manner and remain within budget guidelines.
Teamwork: Work collaboratively with the Special Events team to maintain a healthy, professional, and vibrant working relationship within the office and across the institution. Support new ideas and creative development of events under supervision of the Director or Special Events
Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
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