Job Description
Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Amazon via Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Amazon.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Project/Program Manager to join our Public Policy team. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing and executing events that align with our external advocacy and business goals. This role involves overseeing all project requirements, establishing processes, and collaborating closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful engagements.
Responsibilities:
- Support external advocacy and business objectives by planning and hosting events that highlight company priorities and foster positive relationships with government and community stakeholders.
- Manage all aspects of project requirements, including structuring activities, following processes, and executing high-visibility engagements.
- Lead and direct the work of others while performing various tasks with strong logistical and creative skills.
- Plan and host events, expand support to Canada, US West, elevate partnerships through logistics planning, engagement strategies, and event management.
- Handle ad-hoc requests efficiently.
Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in strategizing, planning, and executing high-visibility events/tradeshows, developing strategic content, managing budgets/contracts.
- Proficiency in stakeholder management across different organizational levels.
- Previous work experience in companies, consultancies, trade associations, governmental agencies preferred.
- Knowledge of policymaking process, government relations, external advocacy tactics.
- Strong leadership qualities: Earns Trust, Learn and be Curious, Think Big.
- Detail-oriented mindset with excellent collaboration skills.
- Ability to think creatively in ambiguous situations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in strategizing, planning, and executing high-visibility events and/or tradeshows,
developing strategic content,
managing budgets contracts,
and overseeing logistical requirements.
Experience in stakeholder management
and fostering relationships at varied levels of an organization.
Demonstrated work experience with companies,
consultancies,
trade associations,
governmental agencies,
or equivalent organization.
Understanding of the policymaking process,
government relations,
external advocacy,
and communications tactics.
Strong leadership principles: Earns Trust,
Learn and be Curious,
Think Big.
Detail-oriented
and collaborative.
Ability to work in a creative,
outside-the-box manner
and handle ambiguity.
Understanding of offerings in Seattle,
with potential to expand support to US West
and Canada.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Project/Program Manager to make a significant impact on public policy initiatives while working in a collaborative environment. Join us to engage in high-level projects that hold substantial public policy importance.
Location: Seattle WA
Contract Length: 12 Months
Pay Range: $70/hr. - $77/hr.
AGS is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans). We Will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.