Events Officer - Appendix D / Temporary Assignment

ALGON The Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Ontario is seeking a full-time Events Coordinator to plan and implement student engagement initiatives. Responsibilities include organizing College Orientation and various events while analyzing feedback for improvement. The ideal candidate has a diploma in a related field, experience in event management, and is proficient in relevant technologies. This position allows for hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2)-year diploma or equivalent in Marketing, Public Relations, or Event Management.
• Three (3) years of experience planning and implementing events.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement College Orientation and year-round student engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate corporate events and analyze feedback for continuous improvement.
• Maintain event records and prepare comprehensive reports.

Skills

Event Management

Communication Skills

Client Focus

Education

Two-year diploma in Marketing, Public Relations, or similar

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

Department : Events

Position Type : Full-Time Support

Salary Range : $36.29-$42.13-Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 36.25

Anticipated Start Date : August 25 2025

Length of Contract : 1 Year

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date : August 13 2025

Posting closes at 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Events Manager the incumbent is responsible for the planning organization promotion and implementation of College Orientation for the September January and May additions to Orientation. The incumbent plays a key role in developing, coordinating and implementing year-round student engagement initiatives focused on health and wellness, academic success and connection to the college. These may include speaker series, wellness workshops and programming that enrich the student experience and support student retention. The incumbent also assists with corporate events such as town halls, employee engagement events and college-wide initiatives. The incumbent will support convocation as well as Experiential Learning and Entrepreneurship events.

The incumbent will actively seek out feedback following each programmed event and continuously research the evolving interests and needs of Algonquin College students. They will analyze collected data, maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive event reports detailing the evaluation and assessment of all respective events (including College Orientation).

The incumbent is expected to be well versed in Zoom and Microsoft Teams and other event apps/platforms for event execution/delivery. This job requires the incumbent to be comfortable and technically proficient.

The incumbent may be required to work evenings and weekends. A valid G license is required.

Required Qualifications

Minimum two (2)-year diploma or equivalent in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Event Management. Equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience may be accepted in place of required education.

Minimum of three (3) years experience in planning and implementing events including the assessment and evaluation of all relevant statistics.

Progressive experience in client-focused post-secondary environments is an asset.

Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.

A Valid Driver's License is required and access to a vehicle

Additional Information

• This position is paid at Payband H
• Vacancy is for P22578

This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. (subject to change).

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department. We thank all those who apply; only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Experience

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Corporate Paralegal, Graduate Engineering, Customer Service, Clinical Data Management, ABAP, Corporate Marketing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1