ReFED

Events

• Lead overall project management, operational planning, and execution for ReFED’s annual Food Waste Solutions Summit.
• Develop and oversee a cohesive event strategy for ReFED’s virtual and in-person events, including Food Waste Action Network (FWAN) events, webinars, Food Waste Funder Circle (FWFC) events, and current and potential funder events.
• Manage internal administrative and cross-functional support and external contractors and vendors to fulfill Summit and other event logistics needs.
• Manage all aspects of sourcing, contracting, and coordinating with the Summit venue on event logistics, including implementing food waste mitigation and other sustainability practices wherever possible.
• Engage with the ReFED team and key stakeholders to determine strategy, principles, and goals for ReFED events.

Events Manager

Communications

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to elevate ReFED’s brand and position it as the leader in reducing food waste
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels, including digital platforms, media outreach, and stakeholder engagement
• Oversee crisis communications and reputation management, serving as a strategic advisor to leadership
• Develop PR strategy and build relationships with journalists, media outlets, and key influencers; manage press materials including press releases, op-eds, and thought leadership articles
• Monitor media coverage and leverage PR opportunities to expand ReFED’s reach and influence
• Oversee content development, social media, website management, and email marketing to engage target audiences
• Drive innovative digital strategies and evaluate communication metrics to optimize performance and impact
• Support executive communications including speeches, presentations, and reports
• Support donor and partner communications and oversee internal communications efforts
• Directly manage and mentor a communications team of approximately 4 and oversee multiple agencies; set priorities, workflows, and performance benchmarks
• Partner with Community Engagement team to support event strategy and execute the annual ReFED summit (750+ attendees)

Events Manager

Vice President of Communications