Events & Public Relations Specialist

Rice University • Houston, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Events & Public Relations Specialist is responsible for independent planning, coordinating, and executing a range of organizational events, while also supporting public and media relations initiatives. This role handles the full lifecycle of events, including corporate meetings, conferences, trade shows, product launches, and special events, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure successful outcomes.
In addition, the specialist develops and executes communications strategies, prepares written and digital content, and provides media and public relations support to enhance the organization’s visibility and reputation. This position requires a highly organized, adaptable professional capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and branding, all as an individual contributor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Four or more (4+) years of experience in event planning, including managing event logistics and timelines.
• Excellent judgment, decisiveness, integrity, enthusiasm, diplomacy, and tact
• Experience with regional and national conference planning
• Proven experience supporting a principal within an organization
• Strong interpersonal, management, and organizational skills
• Close attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in motivating and leading professional and supporting staff, including evaluation and development
• Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build professional business partnerships
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with digital content, social media, and constituent communications strategies

Nice To Haves

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to develop and deliver effective written and digital communications
• Experience coordinating events independently
• Flexibility, adaptability, and professional judgment in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manages and executes multiple events and communications initiatives, developing work plans, schedules, and milestones to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders, event owners, and vendors to plan and execute high-quality, multi-faceted events and productions.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with internal partners, external stakeholders, media representatives, policy influencers, and community leaders.
• Provides media and public relations support for internal and external audiences, including participation in the development of media strategies and tactics.
• Develops, executes, and oversees written and digital communications of moderate complexity, including presentations, speeches, news stories, web content, newsletters, talking points, correspondence, email communications, and social media content.
• Assists with the design and implementation of constituent communications programs and digital distribution strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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