Job Description

The Project Coordinator of Corporate Events and Experiences provides programmatic and customer-focused support to LINK, Center for advancing Partnerships, for a suite of high-end industry events, key corporate visits, and programs designed to grow industry partnerships and engage alumni in the workplace. From industry roundtables, and national forums, to unique events and experiences, our team is situated well within the university and state, to lead innovative projects at the intersection of alumni and industry.
This individual will be a highly organized, quick-learner, who is detail-oriented, self-directed, and adept at working in a faced-paced environment. They will demonstrate strong independent thinking and decision-making skills to manage and execute programs, events and key corporate meetings. They will assist in all aspects of planning and execution of various programs, including drafting meeting materials such as agendas, briefing documents, and bios; logistics including working with outside vendors on reservations, rentals, and catering requests; budget estimates, invoices and tracking; and various marketing and professional communications. They will liaise with LINK, Advancement, Colleges and leadership to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives, and execute the planning, hosting, and delivery of tasks. This position will report to and work closely with the Associate Director of Alumni and Corporate Engagement.

Required Qualifications

* Previous senior administrative, project coordination or event support, or an equivalent office experience showcasing increasing levels of responsibility.
* Experience managing projects and activities, including events and meetings.
* High proficiency utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams, and Outlook calendaring.
* Demonstrated experience handling confidential material.
* Experience managing multiple tasks and competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of related training and or experience, preference given to degrees in hospitality management, business, business management, or marketing and communications.
* Proven experience working in events, hospitality, corporate relations, career services, communications or equivalent experience in a nonprofit institution or industry.
* Experience with virtual meeting/event software or platforms.
* Project Management or Event/Meeting Certification (CAPM, PMP, CMP, CPCE or other related programs).
* Demonstrated competency with adobe software such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and/or Premiere.

Pay Band

4

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

50k to 55k

Review Date

10/31/23

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

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