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Title: Individual/Independent Consultant - Virtual Event Consultant

Location: US-Remote | US-Washington DC | US-VA-Arlington | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-MD-Rockville | US-CA-Sacramento | US-MA-Waltham | US-TX-Austin

Job Description:

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is seeking a highly skilled Virtual Event Consultant to support the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) Data, Learning, and Communications Hub (the Hub). The Virtual Event Consultant will support the planning, development, and execution of a monthly virtual event series focused on global food security. The ideal independent consultant has a background with FEWS NET partners and activities, deep experience in virtual event production, and demonstrated success managing events that engage diverse, global audiences. AIR will contract directly with the Independent Consultant under a consulting purchase order agreement.

This is a remote position. The Independent Consultant must be available for coordination with a U.S.-based team and support events timed for global audiences.

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

Scope of work includes:

The Virtual Event Consultant will ensure high-quality development and execution of monthly virtual events. The Independent Consultant will work closely with the Communications Team to ensure consistent, accessible, and effective monthly events in support of the FEWS NET mission. The responsibilities for the Independent Consultant position include:


  • Lead the end-to-end production of a monthly virtual event series, from initial planning through live execution and post-event follow-up.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop event format, timelines, and technical requirements.

  • Evaluate and recommend appropriate platforms and tools (e.g., virtual event software, simultaneous translation solutions) based on event needs, budget, and technical considerations.

  • Manage relationships with vendors and technical service providers to ensure high-quality, accessible, and smooth-running events.

  • Coordinate scheduling, rehearsals, and run-of-show documentation across multiple time zones.

  • Ensure all events are culturally sensitive and accessible to a diverse, global audience.

  • Oversee post-event activities including feedback collection, performance metrics tracking, video and audio editing, and content archiving or publication.


Anticipated Workload:

Up to 5 days (40 hours) per month, depending on planning cycles and event frequency. Some flexibility will be required to accommodate different time zones.

Qualifications:


  • Master’s degree and 6 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience.

  • Past experience with the FEWS NET project, and/or FEWS NET activities.

  • Extensive experience producing virtual events or live-streamed sessions for global audiences.

  • Familiarity with, or direct experience in, food security or international development sectors.

  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders, simultaneously.

  • Proven ability to assess, select, and implement appropriate virtual event technologies.

  • Proficiency in audio and video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Camtasia, Audacity) to prepare virtual event recordings for distribution, including light editing, captioning, and format conversion.

  • Experience coordinating events with a multilingual audience or those requiring interpretation is highly desirable but not required.


Disclosures:

American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer:

AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims.

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