Event Planner/Coordinator (Remote)

This position is contingent upon contract award. While not an immediate opening, we are actively interviewing and extending offers in anticipation of award. The Company At ICF Next, we are driven by the opportunity to solve complex challenges that matter. Our teams combine expertise in communications, technology, analytics, and program management to help government clients tackle critical national priorities. We are fearless in exploring new ideas, relentless in delivering results for our clients, and committed to making a meaningful impact. We bring together strategists, creatives, technologists, analysts, and communicators to deliver integrated outreach and engagement solutions that strengthen mission-driven organizations. The Work ICF Next is seeking an Event Planner / Events Coordinator to support a high-profile federal government client focused on military and family support programs. This role supports event planning, outreach coordination, stakeholder engagement, and operational event execution activities across a broad portfolio of programs and initiatives supporting military service members, families, survivors, and caregivers. The Event Planner / Events Coordinator will support integrated outreach and engagement efforts through planning, scheduling, logistics management, stakeholder communications, and virtual and onsite event coordination. The role supports conferences, webinars, leadership forums, community engagement initiatives, and outreach events designed to increase awareness, participation, and audience engagement across multiple communication channels. Operating within a fast-paced federal environment, the role requires collaboration with communications teams, digital teams, government stakeholders, vendors, and program leadership to ensure successful execution of outreach and engagement activities. The ideal candidate will bring experience supporting event operations, coordinating logistics, and managing schedules and deliverables in a mission-driven environment. Job Location Remote. This position primarily supports remote operations and collaboration activities in support of a federal client environment. Periodic travel or onsite support within the Washington, DC Metro Area may be required based on client and contract activities.

What You Will Do

Support planning and coordination of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including conferences, webinars, stakeholder engagements, leadership forums, and community outreach activities Coordinate event logistics including schedules, attendee communications, speaker support, agendas, materials, and deliverables Support onsite and virtual event execution activities including attendee support, troubleshooting, and operational readiness activities Coordinate with government stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to support outreach and engagement initiatives Assist with development and distribution of event communications, presentations, briefing materials, and outreach products Support live and virtual engagement activities including webinars, digital events, and social media live events Track milestones, participation metrics, action items, and deliverables within structured workflow and task management environments Assist with audience engagement reporting and provide recommendations to improve outreach effectiveness and participant engagement Ensure activities align with enterprise messaging, branding, accessibility standards, and communications objectives Maintain organized records, schedules, and supporting documentation for outreach and engagement activities Basic Qualifications U.S. citizenship required Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Bachelor’s degree in communications, public affairs, hospitality, event management, marketing, or related field 3+ years of professional experience supporting event planning, event coordination, outreach activities, stakeholder engagement, communications, or related functions Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting federal government outreach or engagement initiatives Experience coordinating conferences, webinars, virtual events, or community engagement activities Familiarity with virtual event platforms and digital engagement tools Familiarity with event tracking, reporting, and audience engagement metrics Experience operating within fast-paced, deadline-driven environments Professional Skills Strong organizational and coordination skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent activities Ability to manage competing priorities and shifting deadlines Strong stakeholder engagement and customer service skills Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most co