Job Description
The South Dakota Association of Health Care Organizations (SDAHO) is seeking an Education & Events Manager. This full-time position reports to the Vice President of Education and Communication and works collaboratively with the SDAHO team to support the educational and engagement needs of members.
The Education & Events Manager supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of SDAHO’s educational programs and events. This position helps ensure programs are well-organized, delivered efficiently, and aligned with SDAHO’s mission and goals. The role works closely with internal teams, speakers, members, and external partners to coordinate activities, manage projects, support program delivery, and provide a positive experience for participants.
Scope of Work
- Coordinate the planning, development, and delivery of educational programs and events.
- Collaborate with internal teams, speakers, presenters, vendors, and external partners to support successful program execution.
- Manage project timelines, schedules, logistics, and related activities.
- Support the development and coordination of educational content and program materials.
- Work with the Marketing & Communications team to support promotion and member communications.
- Coordinate event logistics, registration, technology, and participant needs.
- Support continuing education activities and related requirements.
- Assist with the collection and reporting of program data, attendance, and participant feedback.
- Help assess member education needs and identify opportunities to enhance educational offerings.
- Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements to processes and the participant experience.
- Provide responsive, professional service to members, speakers, attendees, and partners.
- Assist with post-event activities, follow-up, evaluation, and reporting.
- Support other educational initiatives, events, and organizational priorities as needed.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, event management, business, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in education, event planning, program coordination, healthcare, or association management
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects or programs simultaneously
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, problem-solve and follow projects through to completion
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate across departments.
• Ability to travel
• Work in a professional office atmosphere from the SDAHO office in Sioux Falls, SD. Some remote work may be allowed with the position.
If you are interested in working for an organization that offers a rewarding mission and an outstanding working environment at SDAHO, please send your cover letter and resume to: humanresources@sdaho.org