Assistant Manager, Events - Ottawa, Canada - Carleton University

Carleton University

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for all aspects of event management including, planning and execution of all the varsity home games as well as department events such as the Hall of Fame, the President's Golf Tournament and Celebrations.

The incumbent will also be responsible for developing internal and external relationships and partnerships in servicing these events. Leads high profile games in partnership with OSEG and external stake holders Panda Game, Capital Hoops, Colonel by Classic. Responsible for execution of over 100 home varsity games

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

Knowledge of operational management and leadership concepts practices including program/service delivery models, policy development, planning, budgeting, performance measurement management, and human resources
Knowledge of relevant governing legislation, collective agreements, policies and procedures
Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices
Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity in a business context
Knowledge of operational event management and leadership concepts practices including event delivery models, policy development, planning, budgeting, performance measurement management, and human resources
Knowledge of game day planning and execution particularly in the sport industry
Knowledge of corporate event planning and execution
Knowledge of OUA and U Sports event and sport technical rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the university sport environment, as well as the broader university academic units, departments, and divisions

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

Bachelor's degree in related field
Minimum of four years of event management experience, preference given to experience in managing sporting events, including three years of management and leadership experience

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications.

Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position.

Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements.

Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner.

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength.

We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to:

women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.