Faculty Events Manager

The University of Waterloo seeks a Faculty Events Manager to oversee all aspects of Faculty of Science events, including strategy, planning, marketing, logistics, budgeting, and evaluation. Key responsibilities include developing strategic event plans, managing communications, executing a calendar of diverse events, and administering significant budgets. A minimum of four years of event management experience, strong project management skills, and proven ability in budget management are required.

• University undergraduate degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional education or training in events management or public relations an asset.
• Minimum of 4 years of event management experience with demonstrated experience in managing and promoting large-scale and high-profile events.
• Demonstrated track record of event management as part of the marketing, communications and/or public relations team.
• Disciplined approach to planning and project execution with exceptional attention to accuracy and detail.
• Independent judgment in areas of time management, task prioritization and decision-making.
• Proven ability to multi-task, manage a large volume, conflicting priorities, and deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills.
• Project management experience with a demonstrated ability to manage concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
• Proven leadership and volunteer management experience.
• Experience developing, monitoring, and managing budgets.
• Proven success in managing multiple and complex projects involving many stakeholders.
• Experience with technology platforms, specifically Zoom and other 3rd party event software.
• Scheduling and coordination expertise with a focus on virtual event logistics and experience deeply rooted in best practices.
• Reporting expertise for pre- and post-events including registration, attendance, general product metrics and event surveys.