Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is seeking a senior consultant with outreach and event planning experience to support a Department of Defense (DoD) contract to provide logistical and administrative services supporting working groups, meetings, conferences, planning sessions, workforce development (training) and similar requirements. This role includes conducting venue research and coordinating contracting, negotiating, and securing event-specific contracting services with vendors, managing attendee and speaker registration, providing virtual platform, in-person, or hybrid coordination support, supporting notetaking, development reports, and the developing and facilitating training events. The role includes the following:

Professional Event/Meeting Planning and Logistical Support:

Provide logistical and administrative services supporting working groups, meetings, conferences, planning and similar requirements.Provide logistical support to special assemblies and events to include reviewing proposals.Provide review and negotiation for services (rooms, hospitality and technical support) that support events.Develop and organize special assemblies which may require coordination of event materials (training packages, etc.), speakers, specialized accommodations (handicapped, government and or industry VIPs, etc.) for participants.Provide on-site event staffing support to include special events and assemblies.Research and provide analysis of potential venues for selection by the government.Provide support and or secure audio, video projection, lighting, staging, specific equipment/services and administrative support providing specific outcomes.Coordinate with contracts team to administer government approved logistical contracts and ensure deliverables (pertaining to the contracts) are received by the government.Recommend purchases of equipment or materials to support the success of an event.Orchestrate and coordinate with procurement/contracts department to implement payment (government approved) of event-related fees, honorariums, materials, etc.Attend and participate in briefings and meetings which may include staff level, academic and professional forums. Analyze issues and results and prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations.Gather data, develop assessment reports, process diagrams, and recommendations to support government objectives.

What You Will Need:

Bachelor's degree in a related fieldFive (5) or more years of professional experienceAbility to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearanceEvent planning and/or outreach experience

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Experience supporting DoD clients

Master’s Degree in a related discipline 

5+ years of experience in event planning

An ACTIVE and CURRENT Secret security clearance 

5-10+ years of experience consulting for government clients 

Certification in a related field (e.g., event planning, project management, etc.) 

Experience with project management tools and methodologies 

Ability to adapt quickly and respond promptly to new information and changing scope in various environments 

Advanced proficiency with common office software tools (e.g., MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across all levels of business 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

Experience developing and redesigning processes to meet evolving business requirements 

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels 

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and contribute as a team member 

Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment 

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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