- Works with relevant units and departments to design and deliver events for university stakeholders.
- Coordinates event volunteers and donors and arranges event activities.
- Gains insight into the engagement and event needs of the broader department by communicating cross-functionally and developing post-event feedback mechanisms.
- Champions the universities' vision, culture, and values.
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Minimum Skills: Experience with special events planning, fundraising management, or alumni and volunteer relations management. Experience with contracts and other legal documentation. Ability to support event planning (e.g., developing concepts, creating and estimating budgets, producing promotional materials). Experience with audio/visual equipment. Excellent organizational skills and ability to maintain multiple schedules. Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communications skills.
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree Hospitality Management Or Bachelor's degree Business Administration Or Bachelor's degree Communication Or Bachelor's degree Public Relations Or Bachelor's degree in related field(s)
Preferred Experience: 3 years
Preferred Skills: Experience in higher education. Experience planning and coordinating corporate events. Proven leadership and project management abilities. Understanding of all relevant state and local event regulations. Knowledge of local community. Fluent in one or more languages other than English (e.g., Spanish, Korean).
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