Event Manager

ORMAT Technologies (NYSE: ORA) is one of the largest geothermal power plant operators in the United States and a world leader in geothermal and recovered energy technology and equipment.  Ormat produces more than 800 megawatts of power in 21 countries with 300 megawatts being produced by U.S. geothermal power plant facilities.  Based in the Reno-Sparks area, Ormat has set new standards in combining ecology with economy, producing secure domestic baseload energy solutions critical for our Nation’s energy independence.  Four decades of designing, engineering, manufacturing, constructing, and operating renewable power plants have made Ormat a dynamic place to work.

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of Ormat’s diverse event schedule.

·         Improve and manage our event schedule, budget, purchasing, data collection related to Ormat event, through the office of the Director Policy and Business Development.

• Create, maintain, coordinate and schedule approved Ormat events such as:
  1. National Tradeshows, Forums, workshops, and expos
  2. North America power plant openings and ribbon cuttings
  3. Local community outreach events
• Manage all aspects of the event
  1. Registration
  2. Invitations
  3. Sponsorships
  4. Booth and other rentals
  5. Giveaways
  6. Accommodations for attending staff (including travel)
  7. Collateral (coordinate with Marcom Manager)
  8. Event Summary with pros and cons of each event
• Purchasing
  1. Aggressively pursue savings and efficiencies in event purchasing
• Travel
  1. Must be in attendance of certain events, event preparation when necessary, oversight, and day of contact are essential

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Maintain our local tour schedule for the power plants

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

·         A minimum of 5 years directly applicable experience is required.

·         Intermediate competency of Microsoft office (word and excel)

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must

·         At least one year purchasing experience

·         Excellent detail orientation and organizational skills a must

·         Ability to take initiative and be self motivated

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Ability to travel across the US and internationally in the most efficient, timely and cost effective manner.