Events & Communications Coordinator

White Spot; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is looking for an Events & Communications Coordinator to join the Community Engagement & Major Events team. This role includes planning events for student recruitment, managing the Student Ambassador program, and collaborating with departments. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in event planning, with strong communication and organizational skills. Salary increments follow a Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in event planning and communications.
• Strong background in developing promotion plans.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of events.
• Provide leadership for the Student Ambassador program.
• Develop and monitor budgets for events.

Skills

Event planning

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

BANNER (student information system)

Drupal (content management system)

Survey Monkey

Job description

We are currently seeking an Events & Communications Coordinator to join our Community Engagement & Major Events team.

Job Overview

Coordinate the planning and execution of events related to the Community Engagement & Major Events (CEME) for the purposes of domestic student recruitment and community engagement. Provide leadership and develop the Student Ambassador program. Coordinate and schedule campus tours. Assist and liaise with Faculties and departments on the planning and production of other University events. Develop and monitor the budgets for the Community Ambassador program and CEME-led events.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public or Community Relations, or a related field) plus at least two years of experience in event planning and communications, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Administrative experience is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, & Ability

• Proven track record in developing and implementing promotion plans in relation to events.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines with little supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, the ability to work as part of an integrated team and the ability to work independently. Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and work assignments of a variety of staff and volunteers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to advise, guide and provide training to various stakeholders across the University.
• Excellent customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to communicate with a diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Extensive knowledge of the B.C. education system and KPU is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner in a demanding, high stress, fast- paced environment over a sustained period of time.
• Strong background and experience with student information systems (BANNER) and Customer Relations Management systems is an asset
• Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Drupal (content management system), mail merges, and Survey Monkey.
• Demonstrated experience managing workflows; developing and deploying communications and compiling analytics and reports.
• Creative and critical thinking as well as proven problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required.

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As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

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