Events and Office Manager

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Job Overview

The Events and Office Manager (“EOM”) is responsible for the planning and executing of, and follow-up on all Berkley Center events, which include a range of high-level formal conferences, lectures by visiting dignitaries and key partners, research symposia, receptions, student events, webinars, and Center-internal events and meetings, and for the day-to-day administration of Center operations.

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Executive Director, the EOM collaborates with Center faculty and staff, including the Center Communications Director, Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Multimedia Creative Producer, and Program Manager to plan and organize events, develop event marketing and other communications material, coordinate event coverage (filming, photography, feature story, post-event follow-up), and process payments and settle invoices. S/he interacts with invited event participants and attendees in person and via email. S/he will manage relationships with vendors and may also liaise with the Office of the President and other university partners as needed on high-level of co-sponsored events. In the performance of his/her office management responsibilities, s/he works with departments across the university, including with those in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Facilities, and UIS, and with vendors. S/he may supervise student employees.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Strong written and oral communications skills

• Experience with event management

• Experience working with vendors and partners from a variety of international backgrounds

• Proven skills in time management

• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain grace under pressure

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

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Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.