Coordinator Events (ETS) | Temporary

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. This role coordinates the logistics necessary to plan and execute conferences, meetings, and various types of special events for a school, department, or division. It interfaces with clients to plan events, and oversees their implementation. The position may conduct pre-event site/venue tours with potential clients, recommend appropriate venue options based on the scope and specifications of the event, and liaise with catering vendors, Staging staff, and other parties participating in producing the event. It also oversees domestic and/or international travel arrangements for event attendees, acts as a primary day-of-event representative to the client before, during, and after event, and tracks and monitors event expenses. The role may also oversee event billing and payment processes. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

Requirements

A high school diploma and four years of experience in planning, coordinating and conducting special events, or a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the logistics necessary to plan and execute conferences, meetings, and various types of special events for a school, department, or division.
Interfaces with clients to plan events, and oversees their implementation.
May conduct pre-event site/venue tours with potential clients.
Recommends appropriate venue options based on the scope and specifications of the event.
Liaises with catering vendors, Staging staff, and other parties participating in producing the event.
Oversees domestic and/or international travel arrangements for event attendees.
Acts as a primary day-of-event representative to the client before, during, and after event.
Tracks and monitors event expenses.
May oversee event billing and payment processes.
Performs other related responsibilities as required.