Impactful Events & Projects Coordinator

University of California, Davis; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a Transaction & Project Coordinator to help plan, coordinate, and execute events and engagement activities supporting HEDI priorities. You will manage end-to-end event development, including planning, logistics, budget tracking, policy compliance, vendor coordination, and creation of event materials for learners, staff, faculty, and community members.

You will also provide project-management support for cross-portfolio initiatives, developing work

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of full-cycle event management experience.
• 3-5 years of project-management experience.
• Experience with budgeting and financial oversight.
• Excellent communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end event development including planning, logistics, budget tracking and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and communications for projects across HEDI portfolios.
• Provide internal consulting on event and engagement best practices to teams and leaders.
• Evaluate issues using UC Davis policies and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Support outreach efforts and community engagement as part of HEDI initiatives.

Skills

Event coordination

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Tools

Aggie Expense

ConnexUC/BCD Travel

Qualtrics

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a Transaction & Project Coordinator to help plan, coordinate, and execute events and engagement activities supporting HEDI priorities. You will manage end-to-end event development, including planning, logistics, budget tracking, policy compliance, vendor coordination, and creation of event materials for learners, staff, faculty, and community members.

You will also provide project-management support for cross-portfolio initiatives, developing work