University Events Lead: Planning, Partnerships & Impact

Brandeis University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis University is seeking an Events Manager to support planning and implementation of university events and department events in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on coordinating Brandeis-affiliated events, managing budgets, speakers, facilities, technology, and on-site logistics.

The position also involves marketing, recruiting, and executing external events such as corporate meetings and summer conferences, with strong collaboration across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of related work experience; academic setting preferred.
• Diplomacy, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative nature are essential.
• Highly proficient with Excel, Word and Shared document including G-suite applications.
• Ability to guide and consult on best event practices.
• Acute attention to detail and extremely organized.
• Preferred knowledge in 25live reservation system.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates Brandeis affiliated events and signature annual programming as assigned 40%.
• Plans, organizes and manages a variety of administrative, staff support and planning activities for events, e.g., budgets, speakers, facilities, technology, equipment, logistical requirements and other event related issues. 30%
• Participates in evaluating budgets and contractual provisions to determine requirements for space, location, technology, equipment, accommodations, catering and on-site management. 20%
• Provides ongoing assessment of processes related to planning events 5%
• Other duties as assigned 5%

Skills

Excel

Word

G-Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

25Live

Job description

Brandeis University is seeking an Events Manager to support planning and implementation of university events and department events in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on coordinating Brandeis-affiliated events, managing budgets, speakers, facilities, technology, and on-site logistics.

The position also involves marketing, recruiting, and executing external events such as corporate meetings and summer conferences, with strong collaboration across campus.