Events Coordinator, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS), Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS)

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

5d•$44,022 - $73,407•Hybrid

About The Position

The Events Coordinator, Georgetown Institute for Women Peace and Security (GIWPS) will play a key role in maintaining GIWPS’ reputation as a respected and growing global platform that drives progress for women and girls around the world. Through coordination and execution of events, the Events Coordinator will enable discussions that elevate women peacebuilders and shape the WPS field, as well as successful partnerships with key stakeholders that directly influence policy processes and ongoing educational and outreach related convenings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience coordinating or managing events, preferably in a non-profit or mission-driven setting
Must demonstrate a high level of organization and attention to detail, strong interpersonal and professional communications and writing skills, and an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment.
Excited and willing to take both initiative and direction as appropriate
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
Comfort with international travel (up to 20%) and working evening and weekend events as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience working in diplomatic environments and knowledge of international affairs/gender issues preferred
Experience drafting external and internal communications, briefings, social media content, and email blasts
Experience with Zoom webinars, contact management software (CRM), Canva, Google Suite

Responsibilities

Managing execution of GIWPS events including agenda design, securing and liaising with high-level speakers, collaborating with event partners, reserving venues, invitation outreach, briefing participants, day-of staffing, and any other duties related to the planning of an event
Collaborating with GIWPS and Georgetown colleagues on event promotion and media, protocol and security, and budgets and contracts
Arranging event participant transportation and lodging as needed
Creating, maintaining, and promoting event content across various calendars, websites and newsletters, working closely with communications team
Maintaining contact databases and creating/updating mailing lists