Senior Manager, Event Programming

Position:
Senior Manager, Event Programming

Company:
Stand Together

Compensation:
$115,000 - $150,000 a year

Location:
United States, Arlington, Virginia

Employment type:
Full-time

Work Arrangement:
On-site

Short Summary:
The Senior Manager, Event Programming is responsible for shaping and leading strategy-aligned programming across a portfolio of events, including flagship tentpoles. This role drives production of high-quality, purpose-driven events that translate complex social impact ideas into compelling experiences.

Responsibilities:
- Lead programming development for a portfolio of events, including both small convenings and large tentpole events
- Translate organizational priorities and partner needs into clear programming strategies, frameworks, and outcomes
- Define and drive programming throughlines, themes, and narratives that shape the overall event experience
- Establish and uphold programming standards, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment across events
- Serve as a strategic advisor to internal leaders on programming direction, tradeoffs, and opportunities
- Design session formats, agendas, and run-of-show outlines that balance inspiration, insight, and engagement
- Partner with internal stakeholders to identify priority topics, speakers, and stories aligned to strategic goals
- Develop speaker briefs, talking points, and session guidance to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact
- Collaborate with speakers and moderators to refine content, sharpen messages, and elevate on-stage delivery
- Work closely with event operations, guest experience, creative, production, and partnerships teams to ensure programming is executable and aligned with the overall event design
- Lead onsite programming execution for key moments, including speaker preparation, stage management, and real-time decision making
- Support and mentor team members in onsite execution and problem-solving
- Lead post-event debriefs, synthesizing insights and applying learnings to continuously improve programming strategy

Requirement:
- 8+ years of experience in event programming, content development, live events, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience owning programming for complex, multi-session events
- Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to turn abstract goals into concrete programming plans
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple stakeholders
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments
- Calm under pressure and confident in making decisions in live event settings
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems

Benefits:
- Competitive benefits: 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, wellness and mental health support
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees
- Competitive compensation: Rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities