Events Manager - Conferences & Stakeholder Coordination

University of Miami; Newman (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami, Division of Enterprise Marketing and Communications, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Event Manager to work in Coral Gables, FL. The Events Manager oversees all aspects of planning meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, lectures, and other special events for the assigned department(s).

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in negotiations, vendor coordination, communications, and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Learning agility and teamwork are essential.
• Strong communication and technical proficiency with office software.

Responsibilities

• Identifies appropriate conference facilities and negotiates facilities contracts for on/off campus events.
• Secures speakers and coordinates travel, lodging, and fees.
• Develops event related print materials and coordinates all audiovisual needs for each event with appropriate vendors.
• Manages all public relations and communications related to conferences and events.
• Coordinates all amenities and activities for events.
• Supervises and mentors event staff to ensure optimal customer service.
• Sets, communicates, and maintains timelines and priorities on every project.
• Liaises to suppliers, the community, and other external and internal sources.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami, Division of Enterprise Marketing and Communications, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Event Manager to work in Coral Gables, FL. The Events Manager oversees all aspects of planning meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, lectures, and other special events for the assigned department(s).

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in negotiations, vendor coordination, communications, and team leadership.