Description
CAEL is seeking a skilled Event & Professional Development Consultant to provide specialized technical and operational support for our national portfolio of events. Unlike a traditional staff role, this consultancy is focused on high-level execution of our event management systems (Cvent) and learning platforms (Moodle), ensuring seamless delivery of our annual hybrid conference and webinar series. Additionally, this consultant will manage:
- The speaker portal and communications
- Mobile App & Virtual Hub
- Delivery of monthly engagement and completion analytics for all virtual resources
- Sponsorship & Vendor Execution
- On-Site & Virtual Execution
The monthly retainer for this consultant role is $5,400 for completion of the specified scope of work. This work is scheduled for May 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026.
If interested in learning more about this opportunity and the associated deliverables, please send your resume to conference@cael.org by April 30, 2026.
Requirements
As a mission-driven nonprofit, CAEL requires a consultant who can operate independently, in a remote environment, bring their own "tech stack" or expertise to our existing systems, and hit specific milestones without the need for internal onboarding. Additional consultant qualifications include:
- Proficient Systems Knowledge: Minimum of 3–5 years of advanced administrative experience in Cvent and Moodle.
- Industry Credentialing: CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) preferred to ensure industry-standard best practices.
- Proven Track Record: Portfolio of successful hybrid events (simultaneous in-person and virtual audiences).
- Consultant must be available for Slack/Email responses within a 4-hour window during standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM EST).