- Work with a strategic team of cross-college stakeholders to develop a consultation/vetting process to ensure strategic alignment, awareness, and optimization of all event opportunities.
- Ensure events are planned and executed in an efficient and proactive manner, engaging all respective college stakeholders in the process.
- Develop internal strategy and operational documents including, but not limited to, business plans, annual budgets, and strategic plans.
- Provide strategic and hands-on leadership for college events, from intimate gatherings to large-scale events with up to 2000 attendees, including virtual and/or hybrid events.
- Develop event vision and experience for events, in conjunction with team, and distribute assignments.
- Work collaboratively with college departments to determine appropriate timelines, resources, and staff assignments to fulfill event requirements.
- Develop and manage event budgets, timelines and reporting.
- Support external booking inquiries for rentals and in-kind sponsorship and provide consultation to external vendors.
- Make sure that all insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are followed in conjunction with relevant departments and units.
- Research and seek opportunities for improvements, new events, formats and technologies.
- Provide guidance and promote best practices amongst various departments on their portfolio-specific events to ensure best practices and alignment with College standards.
- Build organizational capacity for events by providing event resources and consultation across the College.
- Build and maintain positive and effective relationships with cross-College teams, external partners, donors, sponsors and community organizations.
- Responsible for the direct supervision and management of Event Coordinators and any other applicable team members.
- Enhance divisional and organizational quality and effectiveness through the engagement of staff.
- Related bachelor's degree
- Certification in event management preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of event planning experience.
- Experience in a post-secondary context would be considered an asset.
- Proven track record of managing large-scale, high-profile events and leading teams to deliver exceptional results.
- Minimum of 2 years as a direct supervisor, team leader, and/or manager.
- Advanced proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong relationship-building, consultation and interpersonal skills, with a proven commitment to customer service and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders at all levels within the institution.
- Dedicated to creating a psychologically safe and inclusive work environment.
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Manager Events - Toronto, ON, Canada - Norquest College
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Norquest College
EXTERNAL RELATIONS
NorQuesters are difference makers and we're searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Government & Community Relations team as a Manager, Events. We are looking for someone who lives our values of 'finding ways forward' and 'we is greater than they'.The Manager of Events, reporting directly to the Director of Government and Community Relations, leads the development and execution of the College's event strategy, delivering impactful internally and externally focused events. Working closely with a cross-functional team from across the college, the Manager of Events will apply a strategic lens on all events, ensuring that all events maximize the opportunity to achieve the College's strategic objectives while ensuring the events are purposeful and fully embody the College's values.
This role will apply strong event and project management principles to deliver a best-in-class experience for all involved. This role demands an individual who thrives in a leadership capacity with an ability to inspire and lead diverse teams. This is a key role in helping shape public perception and creating vibrant community engagement through strategic and creative event management.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
WHAT YOU BRING
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution's work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
ACCESSIBILITY: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to.
APPLY TO BECOME A NORQUESTER: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we'll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
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