CNSP Events Planner 2

MIT • Cambridge, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Nuclear Security Policy (CNSP) at the Security Studies Program (SSP) is seeking an Events Planner 2 to provide administrative support and coordinate high-profile events, meetings, and seminars. This role will support the CNSP Faculty Director and interact with high-level visitors, including senior members of the military and government organizations. The position involves performing complex and diverse clerical, administrative, and financial duties in support of faculty, fellows, and research staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three years of experience
• Demonstrated success planning and implementing events
• Ability to coordinate several events and projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong project management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Technical proficiency with MS Office/Outlook
• Willingness to learn new programs and software as needed
• Ability to learn and master financial systems
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Highly motivated individual
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially when working with visitors

Nice To Haves

• Experience within a college/university setting
• MIT experience
• Experience with systems and tools used at MIT such as Atlas, Concur, SAP, Coupa, Zoom, and Slack

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Center for Nuclear Security Policy (CNSP).
• Coordinate high-profile events, meetings, and seminars for CNSP.
• Support the CNSP Faculty Director.
• Interact with high-level visitors, including senior members of the military and government organizations.
• Perform complex and diverse clerical, administrative, and financial duties.
• Support faculty, fellows, and research staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level