Position: Program Manager / Project Manager / Eductaional Program Manager
Category: Project Manager
English level: upper
Years of experience: 4


I work now as a Program Manager at ODSC (open data science conference) company.
We have 4 main hybrid conferences per year and between them 1-2 days of virtual conferences, plus we have an AI+ platform, where we create the courses.

During this time and from my previous work experience I gain such skills:
- Event Management Software: Proficiency in using event management software to plan, organize, and execute conferences efficiently. Familiarity with popular tools like Eventbrite.

- Budgeting Tools: Skill in using budgeting and financial management software to track and manage speaker budgets. Knowledge of tools like Excel, Google Sheets, Bill.com

- Project Management Tools: Experience with project management tools to coordinate and monitor conference planning, speaker engagement, and overall progress. Familiarity with platforms like  Asana.

- Content Management Systems (CMS): Proficiency in WordPress for managing conference websites and content updates.

- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Knowledge of e-learning platforms like Thinkific,  particularly we have created courses there. 

- Communication and Collaboration Tools: Proficiency in using communication and collaboration tools such as Slack, and Zoom, GoToWebinar, Streamyard to facilitate effective team communication, coordinate with speakers, and hold virtual meetings.

- Data Analysis: Basic data analysis skills to interpret conference-related data, gather insights, and make data-driven decisions for future conferences.

- Negotiation Skills: Effective negotiation skills to secure favorable agreements with speakers, vendors, and other stakeholders, optimizing the conference budget.

- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to handle unforeseen challenges during conference planning and execution and find quick and effective solutions.

- Time Management: Excellent time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and ensure efficient conference planning.

- Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead and motivate teams (has experience with small teams of up to 5 people), delegate tasks, and ensure collaboration and harmony among team members.

- Risk Management: Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation strategies to anticipate and address potential conference-related risks.