Hybrid Events Manager for Academic & Community Programs

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Events Manager to coordinate official university events, ceremonies, receptions and donor recognitions both on campus and online. You will oversee vendors, budgets, invitations, and event components, ensuring smooth operations and high impact outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sponsors, departments, and community partners, with a focus on strategic event marketing and communications to advance university priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant event management experience.
• Experience coordinating large-scale academic, donor, and community events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate official events in-person and virtual, including academic and donor ceremonies.
• Oversee vendors (catering, AV, security, facilities) and budgets.
• Manage guest lists, invitations, budgets, and reports for events.
• Develop event marketing and public relations plans.
• Collaborate with sponsors and departments to align events with university goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Budgeting

Event coordination

Vendor management

Public relations

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Events Manager to coordinate official university events, ceremonies, receptions and donor recognitions both on campus and online. You will oversee vendors, budgets, invitations, and event components, ensuring smooth operations and high impact outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sponsors, departments, and community partners, with a focus on strategic event marketing and communications to advance university priorities.