Community Events Manager

Company Description

Who we are:

Scaled Agile, Inc., (SAI) is the provider of SAFe®, the world’s leading Framework for enterprise agility. Through learning and certification, a global partner network, and a growing community of over 1,000,000 trained professionals, SAI helps enterprises build better systems, increase employee engagement, and improve business outcomes.

Based in Boulder, Colorado, SAI is a member of the Pledge 1% corporate philanthropy movement. SAI contributes to the local community through this program and inspires and encourages other companies to do the same.

Job Description

Overview of the Position

Scaled Agile is seeking a dynamic and experienced Community Events Coordinator to join our SAFe Professionals team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing events for our RTE (Release Train Engineer) Circle, SPC (SAFe® Practice Consultant) Circle, and 1-to-1 networking events. This role is crucial in fostering a sense of community and knowledge sharing within the SAFe community.

What you’ll be doing:

• Event Planning and Execution:
  • Plan and execute events for the RTE Circle, SPC Circle, Member Workshops and 1-to-1 networking events in alignment with company goals and objectives.
  • Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, audio-visual requirements, and other event-related services.
  • Ensure a seamless and positive experience for all participants.

• Community Engagement:
  • Work closely with SAFe professionals, including RTEs and SPCs, to understand their needs and preferences for events.
  • Foster a sense of community by facilitating networking opportunities and collaborative discussions during events.
  • Continuously seek feedback to improve future events and enhance participant satisfaction.
• Communication and Promotion:
  • Develop and execute communication plans to promote upcoming events.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials and utilize various channels to reach the target audience.
  • Maintain an active online presence to engage with the community and generate interest in events.
• Content Coordination:
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure that events feature relevant and valuable content.
  • Coordinate with speakers, panelists, and presenters to ensure they are well-prepared and aligned with the event's objectives.
• Metrics and Reporting:
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of events.
  • Provide regular reports on event attendance, participant feedback, and other relevant metrics.

Location:

We proudly support a collaborative remote environment for our globally distributed teammates, while also using our Boulder office as a resource.

Why Scaled Agile?

We are a growing organization with a proven revenue model and are the global market leader in software and systems development knowledgeware.

This is a place for people who love technology environments, geek out on methodologies and are always thinking about how things can be improved. 

We are a group of seasoned professionals and systems thinkers who are passionate about our mission of helping the biggest organizations in the world improve the way they produce software and create real value. We're profitable, we're agile.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to the direction and success of a vibrant business we'd love to hear from you. Please provide a resume and a few thoughts on why you think you’d be a great fit. (We still read cover letters).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Wondering if you should apply?

As a company that helps organizations embrace and turn change into opportunity, we’re looking for teammates with diverse experiences who thrive on applying their knowledge in new ways. You don’t need to meet every listed qualification to apply. If you’re motivated by an iterative approach to growth, learning, collaboration, and relentless improvement, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or related fields.
• Proven experience in planning and executing events, preferably in a B2B or technology-focused environment.
• Strong organization and time management skills; including the ability to prioritize multiple projects and objectives simultaneously.
• Clear, conci