As a Senior Event Program Manager, you will own and drive the strategy and execution of significant event workstreams within AWS's event portfolio including AWS Summit Sydney. This role requires expertise in events and ability to apply that expertise to specific event disciplines (e.g., event operations, platforms, programming, or specialized audience programs) combined with proven ability to deliver complex programs. You will operate with considerable autonomy both in program planning and onsite execution, leading critical workstreams during live events while maintaining high standards of excellence.

Key job responsibilities

• Strategic Program Management

• Own end-to-end delivery of major event workstreams (examples: content programs, platform operations, executive programs, expo management, budget and agency management)

• Develop comprehensive program strategies aligned with business objectives

• Create and maintain detailed project timelines with clear milestones and deliverables

• Drive innovation in program execution and delivery methods

• Lead onsite execution of assigned workstreams during live events

• Program Execution & Leadership

• Manage complex, high-visibility programs with significant scope and investment

• Drive strategic decisions about program elements and execution approach

• Develop and implement best practices for program delivery

• Lead cross-functional teams during both planning and onsite execution

• Serve as escalation point for critical issues during live events

• Operational Excellence

• Design scalable frameworks for program execution

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Develop KPI dashboards and measurement frameworks

• Create detailed documentation of processes and best practices

• Implement innovative solutions for program delivery

• Manage onsite teams and vendors during event execution

• Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders

• Provide strategic counsel to business partners on program strategy

• Lead stakeholder communications and alignment discussions

• Partner with regional teams while maintaining global standards

• Manage critical stakeholder relationships during live events

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional non-internship marketing experience
• Experience working with and influencing senior level stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree or above
• Experience developing and managing a high-performing team
• Proven track record of managing complex event workstreams
• Demonstrated ability to drive program improvements
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience driving direction and alignment with large cross-functional teams and agency partners
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Knowledge of current event production technology and best practices
• Experience with technology industry events (5,000+ attendees)
• Track record of implementing innovative solutions
• International program management experience

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