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Posting Summary
| Posting Number: YUSA-11819 |
| Position Title: Planner, Alumni Events |
| Department: Advancement & Alumni Engagement |
| Affiliation: YUSA |
| Band: 12 |
| Salary: Annual Salary of $64,604 |
| Duration: Contract- Limited Term Full-Time |
| Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Will also be required to attend events outside of these regular office hours. |
| Position Start Date: May 6, 2019 Position End Date: September 30, 2020 |
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Purpose:
The Division of Advancement’s mission is to inspire and cultivate meaningful
engagement and philanthropic support to advance York University’s excellence in
education, research and community service.
In support of this mission and under the direction of the Manager, Alumni
Communications & Events, the Planner, Alumni Events is responsible for the
development, coordination and implementation of a portfolio of annual and ad hoc
alumni events. This position engages the growing communities of alumni, donors,
students and staff to foster and facilitate engagement and support, financially and
otherwise, for the University. |
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Education:
An undergraduate degree in Theatre, Business, Communications, Humanities,
Marketing, Social Sciences or Visual Art. Equivalent education and experience includes
college diploma in Event Management, Public Relations or Hospitality plus 1 year
practical related experience or four (4) years recent, practical related experience in
addition to the minimum years of work experience required. |
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Experience:
Two (2) years’ experience in the planning, coordination and implementation of events
are essential. Demonstrated competencies of event management. Experience in a
university an asset. Knowledge of current and future trends related to events, university
policies and protocols and of fundraising professional standards and ethics. |
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Skills:
Demonstrated skills including:
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organization and project management abilities to coordinate, plan and
schedule multiple complex projects and budgets at the same time.
Superior attention to details.
Budgeting skills.
Initiative and creativity.
Strong event coordination skills.
Tact, discretion and courtesy essential, even in times of challenging and conflicting
demands.
Working effectively under pressure of high volume and meeting daily deadlines.
Exercising good judgment.
Balancing the competing demands of day-to-day work and frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated computer skills including:
Intermediate Word processing (MS Word).
Intermediate Spreadsheets (MS Excel).
Intermediate Presentation software (MS PowerPoint).
Basic / Introductory Databases (MS Access).
Knowledge of event-management software. |
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| Recruitment Checks:
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This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.
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| Cover Letter Required: Yes |
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Dates:
| Internal Posting Date: April 5, 2019 |
| Internal Application Deadline: April 12, 2019 |
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| Extended Posting Date: April 16, 2019 |
| Extended Application Deadline: May 1, 2019 |
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| External Posting Date: July 12, 2019 |
| External Application Deadline: July 26, 2019 |
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Please Note: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
Thank you for your interest in a career with York University.
Are you interested in applying to YUSA-11819?
To apply to this position click the following link to access our online application portal: https://hr2.apps01.yorku.ca/machform/view.php?id=13474
During the application process, please ensure that:
- You have submitted a complete application package using our online application portal*. A complete application package consists of the completed application form, a cover letter and resume
by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date.
When emailing your application package, ensure that you have attached the resume, cover letter, and application form to your email.
- A complete application package has been submitted for each job posting you are applying for.
- You have quoted the appropriate posting number on your application form and in the subject line of your email. Please keep the posting number and position description for future reference or inquiries.
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University's employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and aboriginal persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. York University is committed to employment equity and diversity and a positive and supportive environment.
York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.
We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications received only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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