International Conference Planner SME

Please note: This position is contingent upon the award of a contract. We will provide updates on the status of the contract and next steps during the hiring process . Minimum Qualifications Summary Certification & Education Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field Experience Required Experience working with government agencies or military organizations Proven experience in event planning, project management, or operations leadership Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to motivate and manage a team Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences. Familiarity with Special Operations Forces or similar military communities is highly desirable Knowledge of budgeting, logistics, and risk management principles Ability to think critically under pressure and adapt to dynamic challenges. Job Objective The purpose of this task is to provide support to the J3-I mission, accelerate collaboration and interoperability between international Special Operations partners to more effectively deter in competition, respond in crisis, and prevail in conflict. Responsibilities Develop and manage a comprehensive plan for SOF Week activities, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met Coordinate with internal teams, external and international partners, and stakeholders (TSOCs, Components and HQ Staff) to develop a seamless schedule of events Oversee venue logistics, vendor contracts, and other event-related services Lead a cross-functional team to execute SOF Week activities, providing clear direction and support Delegate tasks effectively while monitoring progress and performance Serve as the principal point of contact to communicate updates and address challenges Ensure all activities are aligned with the overall objectives of SOF Week, maintaining a focus on quality, security, and impact Anticipate and manage risks, developing contingency plans where necessary. Collaborate with military, government, and civilian stakeholders to coordinate participation and support. Foster positive relationships with all parties involved, ensuring their needs and objectives are addressed Analyze the success and impact of SOF Week events, creating reports and insights to inform future planning. Work Location Tampa, FL About Lukos Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years. We help a variety of federal agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies. About Our Name: Lukos is ancient Greek for “wolf”. The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle. "For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack." At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays. Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr