Facilitator

Facilitator

Location:

Washington DC 20004 (Hybrid) Duration: 6 Months Contract (with possible extension) Hybrid

Working Hours:

30 hours per week (6 hours per day, 5 days per week).

Job Description:

The highly experienced Facilitator is responsible for planning, conducting, and managing meetings to ensure that they are productive and focused. The role involves setting agendas, guiding discussions, and ensuring that all participants are engaged and that objectives are met. This role requires a deep understanding of business principles, coupled with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels.

The Contractor shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Preparation:

• Coordinate with meeting organizers to understand objectives and prepare an agenda.
• Ensure that all necessary materials and equipment are available and functional.
• Distribute agendas and pre-meeting materials to participants in advance.

Meeting Facilitation:

• Serve as the master of ceremonies.
• Guide discussions to keep the meeting on track and ensure that all agenda items are covered.
• Encourage participation from all attendees and manage group dynamics.
• Address conflicts and ensure that all viewpoints are heard and considered.

Follow-Up:

• Summarize key discussion points, decisions, and action items.
• Distribute meeting minutes or summaries to participants promptly.
• Track progress on action items and follow up as needed.

Evaluation:

• Gather feedback from participants to assess the effectiveness of the meeting.
• Continuously improve facilitation techniques based on feedback and experience.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (Masters or higher preferred)

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10+ years of experience as a meeting facilitator in the public sector.
• Vast experience providing consulting services to governmental entities or field of specialization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience designing public “town-hall” type meetings and other convenings on public policy issues.
• Experience working with diverse audiences.
• Compelling and competent public speaker.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in state or local government, preferably within the District of Columbia government.