Campus Events Lead & Donor Engagement

Palm-Beach-Atlantic-University; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach Atlantic University seeks an Assistant Manager of Events to lead events from planning through execution and follow-up. You will manage timelines, vendor relationships, stakeholder communications, and logistics in collaboration with the Advancement team.

You’ll support campus events, donor relations luncheons, groundbreakings, and guest lectures, ensuring excellence and seamless coordination with staff and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, hospitality, or related field is required.
• 2+ years of experience in event planning, management, coordination, or related field.
• Strong customer service orientation and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned events from planning to execution and follow-up.
• Coordinate timelines, vendors, venue, catering, décor, and on-site operations.
• Collaborate with marketing and advancement teams for event design and guest communications.
• Provide guidance to student staff, volunteers, and vendors during events.

Skills

Customer Service

Professionalism

Adaptable

Analytical Thinking

Decision Making

Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Volunteer Management

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality

Job description

Palm Beach Atlantic University seeks an Assistant Manager of Events to lead events from planning through execution and follow-up. You will manage timelines, vendor relationships, stakeholder communications, and logistics in collaboration with the Advancement team.

You’ll support campus events, donor relations luncheons, groundbreakings, and guest lectures, ensuring excellence and seamless coordination with staff and vendors.