Business Development & Event Specialist at IDB Global Federal Credit Union

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

136600.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Event Execution, Relationship Building, Presentation Skills, Logistics Management, Budgeting, Vendor Coordination, Performance Measurement, Collaboration, Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Time Management, Problem Solving, Writing, Editing, Proofreading

Industry

Banking

Description

Description OBJECTIVE At IDB Global Federal Credit Union, we build and strengthen relationships with members by providing them with smart financial solutions while living our values. We are looking for a Business Development & Event Specialist who will play a critical role in driving member acquisition, engagement, and revenue growth by leading business development initiatives and executing high-impact events. This role bridges strategy and execution -owning outreach efforts, presentations, and logistics- while working in close collaboration with the Marketing team to ensure alignment, consistency, and maximum return on investment. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & GROWTH INITIATIVES Develop and execute the annual Business Development plan in alignment with organizational growth and member acquisition goals. Lead outreach and relationship-building efforts with key stakeholders, including departments at HQ, Country Offices (COFs), and associations. Support new member acquisition through targeted presentations, events, and engagement initiatives. Develop and execute follow-up communications activities to maximize the impact of the Business Development events. 2. EVENTS Plan, coordinate, and execute major member and community events, including but not limited to: Annual Meeting, Annual Staff Luncheon, Country Office (COF) events (in-person and virtual), Heritage Month celebrations, Educational Seminars (including webinars), Power Talks, Table events at HQ, and community presentations. Own end-to-end execution: planning, logistics, vendor coordination, budgeting, timelines, on-site/virtual execution, and post-event follow-up and metrics analysis. Ensure events are growth-focused, measurable, and aligned with product promotion and acquisition goals. REPORTING & PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT Track and report on business development and event performance, including attendance, engagement, lead generation, and conversion metrics. Measure and test the effectiveness of the efforts and support continuous improvement by identifying new opportunities. COLLABORATION Work closely with the Marketing Manager and Marketing team to ensure events and business development initiatives are fully integrated with marketing campaigns and messaging, properly promoted, and leveraged across digital channels. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and IDB areas to align priorities and maximize impact. Oversee the work of external vendors, including but not limited to designers, audiovisual producers, printers, speakers, etc. Obtain price estimates from vendors to ensure costs stay within the annual budget, as directed by the marketing plan. SKILLS Strong business development mindset with a focus on growth, relationships, and results. Team player who can build strong relationships with different teams. Quick learner with exceptional ability to master new concepts and software applications. Detail-oriented and effective at managing and prioritizing multiple tasks under a tight schedule. Extensive coordination with others is key to this position, so organization and time management are critical. Strong attention to detail and rapid problem-solving. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related discipline. 6-8 years in business development, events management, marketing, and/or agency experience. Understanding of the IDB Group organizational environment is a plus. Bilingualism in both English and Spanish is a mandatory requirement for working in a multicultural and international environment. Hybrid work model (2 days remote, 3 days at the office – mandatory). Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills. Graphic design experience desirable: Adobe Illustrator. Previous knowledge and/or experience with financial institutions/not-for-profits is a plus. Must have valid work authorization in the United States. COMPENSATION The salary range for this position is $89,900.00 to $136,600.00 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills, background, and alignment with the role’s requirements.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for developing and executing the annual Business Development plan, leading outreach, and supporting member acquisition through targeted presentations and engagement initiatives. Additionally, the specialist must plan, coordinate, and execute major member and community events end-to-end, ensuring they are growth-focused and measurable.