People Experience Specialist

Company: EPAM Systems

We are seeking a People Experience Specialist to join our team and help shape an exceptional workplace culture. In this role, you will play a key part in driving employee engagement, promoting our internal brand and crafting memorable experiences across the organization, while supporting events for EPAM communities and driving positive change with ESG initiatives.
Mix remote work with in-office engagements by visiting the EPAM office in Astana or enjoying the comfort of working from home. The choice is yours!
Responsibilities
* Plan, organize and execute engagement activities such as community and team-building events, workshops and well-being programs
* Align these activities with company goals and stakeholders, including budgeting
* Manage all aspects of event logistics, including speaker coordination, platform management, registration and post-event follow-up
* Develop and execute a diverse calendar of virtual events, including webinars, hackathons, panel discussions and networking opportunities
* Coordinate vendor requirements, contracts, purchasing and logistics for event-related materials and swag
* Leverage data and analytics to measure event success and identify areas for improvement
* Contribute to the development and promotion of the employer brand, both internally and externally
* Support cross-functional initiatives beyond assigned responsibilities with enthusiasm
* Act as a bridge between the community and internal teams by sharing product feedback, pain points and suggestions
* Cooperate across practices to manage event organization flow, ensuring it meets quality benchmarks, budgets and timelines
* Support EPAM tech and informal communities in implementing best community-building practices
* Analyze feedback and conduct timely retrospectives to continually improve participant engagement and experience
Requirements
* 3+ years of experience in event coordination, employee engagement or people experience roles
* Skills in planning and executing engagement activities including team-building events, workshops and well-being programs
* Expertise in managing event logistics, vendor coordination and budgeting
* Proficiency in developing virtual event calendars including webinars, hackathons and panel discussions
* Competency in leveraging data and analytics to measure success and drive improvements
* Familiarity with employer branding practices and internal communication strategies
* Understanding of community-building practices within technical and informal groups
* Capability to collaborate cross-functionally with PR, Communication and Marketing teams
We offer
* We connect like-minded people:
* Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
* Corporate and social events
* Enjoyable working environment
* We invest in your growth:
* Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
* Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Udemy
* Free English classes with certified teachers
* Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
* We cover it all:
* Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Medical & family care package
* Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
* Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
* Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
* Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership
EPAM is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. In Kazakhstan, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world's leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation.

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