Policy & Programs Events Specialist

Ivey Business School at Western University; London; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Plan

Health Care Spending Account

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Out-of-Country Travel Insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Parental leave top-up

Job summary

Ivey Business School at Western University in London, Ontario, is seeking a Programming and Events Specialist to lead design, coordination and execution of a growing portfolio of programming, roundtables, conferences, and signature events. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to engage senior leaders from industry, government and academia.

The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, oversight of logistics, budgets, and staff support, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a relevant discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in event coordination, program administration, or related support role.
• Experience in university, non-profit, public policy, research, or events environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end coordination and execution of the LNC's programming portfolio, including events and workshops.
• Provide operational and administrative support to the LNC team and manage budgets and records.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and supervision of student researchers and contract staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Public policy awareness (asset)

Education

Undergraduate degree or college diploma in business, communications, public administration or related field

Job description

Ivey Business School at Western University in London, Ontario, is seeking a Programming and Events Specialist to lead design, coordination and execution of a growing portfolio of programming, roundtables, conferences, and signature events. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to engage senior leaders from industry, government and academia.

The position requires strong organizational and communication skills, oversight of logistics, budgets, and staff support, and a commitment to