Student Affairs
LeadCoordinator,EventManagement
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“Lead Coordinator, Event Management at Student Affairs. Skills: event planning, event management, logistics coordination, budget management, stakeholder engagement, team supervision, quality assurance, communication, problem-solving. 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.. Plans and designs various on- and off- campus ev”
What You'll Achieve.
Maximize event effectiveness; Ensure that each event has met its objectives
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills; Ability to resolve any problems that might arise; Analyzes results and makes improvements to optimize event protocols.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum five years’ experience in a similar role, Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written), to be considered for this position, candidates must be rated at the Low Advanced proficiency level or higher for both oral comprehension and reading comprehension in their second official language. The rating is determined by a proficiency test designed by the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute., Proven ability to formulate creative ideas and to analyze, evaluate and negotiate details to create a successful event, interpersonal and communication skills, Excellent problem-solving skills, Ability to work 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, organizational skills, Knowledge of computer systems and software such as Windows, word processors, web applications and graphic design software, social media platforms, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, internet browsers and email
What You'll Do.
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.
Plans and designs various on- and off- campus events.
Discusses with clients
identifies requirements and deadlines
plans and coordinates all the steps required to conduct the event.
Organizes and manages all the logistics surrounding events
registration and invitations
equipment installation and set up of spaces.
Supervises the running of these events and remains available to resolve any problems that might arise.
Welcomes guests and acts as University representative and host for each event.
Hires and trains individuals
such as volunteers and caterers
and coordinates and supervises their work.
Manages budgets related to the organization and running of events
while staying within budget limits and complying with related policies
regulations and procedures.
Participates in planning and designing the marketing plans required to conduct events and maximize stakeholder awareness and participation.
Develops performance indicators and monitors performance by conducting consultations and surveys in order to maximize event effectiveness.
Analyzes results and makes improvements to optimize event protocols.
summaries and post-event evaluations to ensure that each event has met its objectives.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with suppliers and with internal and external partners to ensure that the events for which the incumbent is responsible run smoothly.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional coordination with internal and external partners; Supervises teams and volunteers; Works with clients to identify requirements; Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with suppliers and partners
Communication Scope
Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written); interpersonal and communication skills; Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Project management experience, Plans and coordinates all the steps required to conduct the event, Organize in time a series of actions or events in order to realize an objective or a project
Full Job Description
**Follow us on[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/uottawacareers/)** ** _Posting Reason:_** New Position ** _Job Type:_** Employee ** _Anticipated Duration in Months_** _(for contracts and temporary assignments):_ 13 _**Job Family:**_ Event Management _**# of Open Positions:**_ 1 _**Faculty/Service - Department:**_ Student Affairs, Client Relations, Reservations & Conventions _**Campus:**_ Main Campus _**Union Affiliation:**_ SSUO _**Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):**_ 2026/05/14 _**Applications must be received******BEFORE******(YYYY/MM/DD):**_ 2026/05/25 _**Hours per week:**_ 35 _**Salary Grade:**_ SSUO Grade 09 _**Salary Range:**_ $72,437.00 - $91,502.00 About Student Affairs: Student Affairs is at the very heart of the student experience at the University of Ottawa. We recruit the very best future students, support them throughout their university years and leave them well-prepared for fulfilling careers and future studies. Our team of more than 600 dedicated staff provides the services that keep students happy, well and thriving as they pursue their ambitions. We help them apply and enroll for courses, we oversee 11 residences and an award-winning Dining Hall, we organize fun events, we provide extensive recreation program opportunities and varsity sports activities, we run an innovative career development and experiential learning program and much more! There’s nothing more rewarding than helping future generations reach their full potential at a world-class university. With our wide variety of career opportunities and professional development pathways, we’re sure that you’ll enjoy the experience as much as our students do. **Position purpose :** 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: **Plans and designs, for the
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