Overview
Event Planner role at ICF. This position is contingent upon a contract award and is not an immediate opening; we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.
The Work
As an Event Planner supporting the Navy’s community-based initiatives, you will coordinate, plan, and execute high-impact public engagement events across the country. You will collaborate closely with senior Navy leadership and communications staff to ensure seamless event logistics, strategic media engagement, and impactful community interactions.
Job Location: This is a remote role that supports events across the country. You’ll need to be open to traveling within the U.S. and working flexible hours during event times—travel is expected to be around 20–25% each year.
This position requires that the job be performed in the United States. If you accept this position, note that ICF monitors employee work locations, blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and prohibits personal VPN connections.
What You Will Do
- Develop and manage event schedules and logistics in coordination with senior Navy leaders.
- Support strategic planning and execution of Navy events and public engagement events involving senior executives.
- Create and deliver comprehensive event materials, including trip books and briefing documents, for senior participants.
- Facilitate on-site event execution, including introductions, coordination, and real-time communication.
- Assist in the development of media engagement strategies.
- Contribute to post-event reporting, including after-action summaries and recommendations for future improvements.
- Support administrative, outreach, and logistical needs for requested Navy events.
- Coordinate high-level engagements across civic, government, education, media, and public sectors.
- Provide on-site support during engagements with community leaders, stakeholders, media, and others.
What You Will Bring With You
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
- 4 or more years of experience in event planning, communications, and public engagement.
What We Would Like You To Bring With You
- Experience supporting government or community outreach programs.
- Professional event planning credentials, such as CGMP, CMP, or similar, are strongly preferred.
Professional Skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.
- Professional demeanor and ability to interface with senior executives and public stakeholders.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. We combine expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We are an equal opportunity employer and empower employees to share their expertise and collaborate to achieve goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, please email candidateaccommodation@icf.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to provide needed accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings as included in the Transparency in Benefits Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
ICF is committed to a fair interview process based on skills and knowledge. The use of AI tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews is not permitted. If an accommodation involving AI is needed, candidates should contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com.
Pay Range
The pay range for this position, based on full-time employment, is $55,388.00 - $94,160.00, with multiple factors considered (experience, skills, location, etc.). This is a Nationwide Remote Office (US99) role.