Lead Coordinator, Event Management

Lead Coordinator, Event ManagementLead Coordinator, Event ManagementApply locations : 725 Parkdale - TOH Civic Roger Guindon HallTime type : Full timePosted on : Posted 2 Days AgoTime left to apply : End Date : March 3, 2025 (8 days left to apply)Job requisition id : JR20049Job Type : EmployeeDuration in Months : 12Job Family : Event Management# of Open Positions : 1Faculty / Service - Department : Office of Continuing Professional DevelopmentCampus : Roger Guindon HallUnion Affiliation : SSUODate Posted : February 20, 2025Applications must be received BEFORE : March 03, 2025Hours per week : 35Salary Grade : SSUO Grade 09Salary Range : $69,478.00 - $87,764.00Position purpose : Reporting to the Director, Strategic Planning and Implementation, Plans, manages and promotes events that engage alumni, raise awareness in the community, foster ties between strategic partners and the academic community, and support recruitment, fundraising and research activities.In this role, your responsibilities will include : Plans events : Designs various on- and off-campus events that engage alumni, raise awareness in the community, build ties between strategic partners and the academic community, and support recruitment, fundraising and research activities.Manages events : Organizes and manages all logistics surrounding events, such as reservations, rentals, registration and invitations, catering services, equipment installation and set up of spaces.Supervises others : Hires and trains individuals, such as volunteers and caterers, and coordinates their work to ensure duties are carried out to the required standard.Manages budgets : Oversees budgets related to events, staying within limits and complying with policies and regulations.Advertising : Participates in planning and designing marketing plans for events to maximize stakeholder awareness and participation.What you will bring : Essential QualificationsCollege diploma in marketing, event management, fundraising, or communications, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Minimum five years’ experience in a similar role.Other QualificationsProven ability to formulate creative ideas and analyze, evaluate, and negotiate details to create successful events.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Excellent problem-solving skills.Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines.Self-reliance and good judgment.Project management experience.Experience in supervising teams and volunteers.Knowledge of budget management policies and practices.Strong organizational skills.Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written).Key Competencies at uOttawa : Planning : Organize a series of actions or events to realize an objective or project.Initiative : Demonstrate creativity and initiative to suggest improvements and encourage positive results.Client Service Orientation : Help or serve others to meet their needs.Teamwork and Cooperation : Work well with team members to reach common goals.The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.#J-18808-Ljbffr