Exhibition & Sponsorship Operations Manager

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Position Summary

The ISTH Manager, Exhibition & Sponsorship Operations is a key member of the ISTH Meetings Team, responsible for the operational management and flawless execution of all exhibition logistics and sponsorship fulfillment, including a wide range of educational, scientific and promotional activities, for ISTH's annual congresses, educational and highlight courses and other programs held in locations around the world.

The role requires strong exhibition and sponsorship technical expertise, including a working understanding of pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industry codes, congress vetting requirements, and the standards governing the independence of accredited education. It further requires exceptional attention to detail and relationship-building skill in a global setting and with some of the world's largest pharmaceutical and device manufacturers.

Working within the ISTH Meetings team, the Manager collaborates closely with the meetings team, the industry relations and business development function, marketing and communications, finance, and external partners (such as global and/or local exhibition management companies, destination management companies and other vendors) to deliver best-in-class exhibition and sponsorship experiences for our industry partners, protect the Society's scientific independence, and maximize the retention and renewal of industry support for ISTH's meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

Industry Partnership Management

• Develop and maintain strong, ongoing and positive relationships with ISTH’s industry partners and act as the primary operational and fulfillment contact for exhibitors and sponsors for all the Society’s congresses, courses and other programs.
• Participate in the identification of services and solutions and participate in the selection, and ultimately management of (global and local) vendors/partners that will support the exhibit and sponsorship fulfillment process
• Maintain accura...