Senior Manager, NVTC Communities of Interest

Senior Manager, NVTC Communities Of Interest

The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) is where the region's tech community comes together. Representing 500 members—from bold startups to Fortune 100 leaders—NVTC drives innovation, fosters connections, and advocates for policies that fuel growth and position Northern Virginia as a global leader in technology. Through initiatives in cybersecurity, generative AI, cloud computing, space, and more, NVTC empowers the tech community to shape the future.

NVTC's Communities Of Interest (COIs) play an important role in bringing NVTC's mission to life. These industry-led forums convene technology leaders and subject matter experts to explore emerging trends, share insights, and build meaningful connections across the tech ecosystem.

The Senior Manager, NVTC Communities Of Interest will play a key role in advancing these efforts by working closely with industry leaders and NVTC members who serve on the community leadership boards to design and deliver engaging programming that connects the region's technology community.

The Senior Manager leads the strategy, development, and growth of NVTC's COIs and related engagement initiatives. This role convenes senior-level technology leaders, subject matter experts, and member companies to explore emerging trends, policy developments, and business opportunities across sectors including AI, Data Centers and Cloud, Cybersecurity, Space, Defense Tech, and other priority innovation areas.

This position requires a strategic thinker with working knowledge of the technology ecosystem and a strong interest in staying informed about emerging industry trends. This position helps shape relevant, timely programming informed by industry developments and member priorities while supporting executive-level COI Chairs and Leadership Boards. The role will regularly engage with leaders from across NVTC's membership—from emerging startups to global technology companies—to help facilitate conversations shaping the region's innovation ecosystem.

While this role includes strategic oversight of COIs, it is also highly execution-oriented. The Senior Manager will be directly involved in planning COI meetings, coordinating speakers, managing logistics, and ensuring seamless delivery of COI programs.

The Senior Manager reports into to the VP of Events and will collaborate with the membership and marketing teams to deliver a high-quality, high-touch member experience before, during, and after events. NVTC operates as a lean, collaborative team where flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed are essential.

This role is ideal for someone who is intellectually curious and well read about technology, adaptable, and proactive, and who enjoys bringing people together, staying close to developments in the technology ecosystem, and contributing to a collaborative, mission-driven team while managing both strategy and event execution.

Critical duties and responsibilities include:

• Lead the planning, execution, and ongoing development of NVTC's Communities Of Interest (COIs), ensuring alignment with NVTC's strategic priorities, membership needs, and industry trends.
• Partner with COI Chairs and Leadership Boards to define annual objectives, thematic priorities, and meaningful programming that delivers value to members.
• Serve as the primary staff lead for assigned COIs, supporting agenda development, speaker identification, and execution of programming, panels, workshops, and networking events.
• Stay informed on developments across priority industry sectors (e.g., GenAI, Cloud, Cyber, etc.) to help shape timely, relevant COI discussion topics and event content.
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of COI events and programs, including logistics, speaker coordination, materials preparation, registration, and on-site support.
• Collaborate with events, membership, and marketing teams to ensure seamless delivery, strong attendance, and effective promotion of COI initiatives.
• Track and report on attendance, engagement, and feedback metrics; recommend adjustments to strengthen member experience and program impact.
• Support membership value and retention efforts by aligning COI offerings with evolving member interests and identifying opportunities for deeper engagement.
• Identify opportunities for cross-COI collaboration and integration with NVTC's signature events and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to organization-wide projects and support NVTC signature events, operating within a collaborative, team-first environment where flexibility and initiative are essential.

Work experience includes:

• 7 – 10 years of progressive experience in member engagement, community building, event programming, industry convening, or related program leadership roles.
• Experience within or familiarity with the technology sector, with interest in staying informed about emerging trends and industry developments.
• Demonstrated experience working with senior executives and subject matter experts, including facilitating discussions, coordinating speakers, or supporting advisory groups.
• Experience developing or supporting industry programming, events, forums, roundtables, or member engagement initiatives informed by current industry trends.
• Experience in an association, trade organization, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization preferred.

Skills and attributes include:

• Strong understanding of, or interest in, the technology industry and emerging trends impacting NVTC members.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executives, subject matter experts, and NVTC members.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to plan and execute professional events and programming including coordinating speakers, logistics, and stakeholder communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop event descriptions, messaging, and member-facing communications.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments and contributes to a positive, solutions-oriented team culture.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities might shift.
• Results-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with event platforms, CRM systems, and/or marketing tools (e.g., GlueUp, Salesforce, Act-On, WordPress, Canva) preferred.
• Some local travel and occasional evening event attendance required.
• This position will attend both virtual and in-person meetings and events

Education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field required.
• Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Events Management, or related fields preferred.

Pay: $80,000 – $90,000

Benefits: NVTC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401(k) match, affordable healthcare premiums, and eligibility for an annual performance bonus, including:

• 401(k) match up to 4%
• Cell phone reimbursement or NVTC-provided cell phone
• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid vacation days
• Paid sick leave
• Flex days
• Paid company holidays

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Location: Northern Virginia, Hybrid, mostly remote

Willingness to travel: 25%

Additional information:

• Highly knowledgeable about current trends and news shaping the technology industry and the Virginia technology ecosystem, with particular insight into Northern Virginia's innovation landscape.
• Strong familiarity with, or demonstrated interest in, emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence (AI)—and their impact on business, government, and the regional economy.
• The Northern Virginia Technology Council is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.