Job Description

Date Posted: 06/23/2023
Req ID: 32190
Faculty/Division: VP - University Operations
Department: Campus Events
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00042383

Description:

About us:

With a population on the St George Campus of approximately 80,000 people engaged in a variety of diverse activities, the Campus Events (CE) unit provides a focal point to assess and ensure a variety of high-profile events can be successfully executed while ensuring that the activities related to the purpose of the University - namely academic instruction and research - can proceed without disruption. Like all other departments in Spaces & Experiences (S&E), Campus Events also generates net income which is reinvested in the University.

Your opportunity:

The University of Toronto is looking for a Manager, Campus Events to work alongside the Campus Events and Conference Services teams. As Manager, you\'ll play a key role in the execution of events and activities on campus by liaising with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, students, clients and guests.

The Manager, Campus Events supports sales and business development by recommending strategies to generate new business, funding and partnership opportunities. You will increase revenue generating activities, analyze sales performance, generate leads and produce marketing and communications materials.

You will determine protocols for the use of space, conduct risk analyses, obtain permits and licenses, respond to service queries and implement workflows for future events.

This unique opportunity is designed to engage the UofT community in the development and coordinating of unique events that showcase the University as a world class institution. Building on our reputation, you will promote the venues and event services to increase revenue generating potential and awareness of the vision of the University.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the delivery of event management services to ensure client needs are being met
• Researching, analyzing and recommending strategies to generate new business, funding and/or partnership opportunities
• Planning and administering expenditures for operating budget
• Directing the activities of a group of staff-appointed employees all performing a similar function
• Implementing sales and marketing plans to increase revenue-generating activities
• Implementing protocols on the use of campus space for film recording
• Liaising with contacts to obtain appropriate event permits and licenses
• Keeping well-informed on economic and market trends and competitor environments

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years\' experience administering the operation of event spaces and activities
• Experience engaging in sales and business development activities
• Experience supporting marketing/communication strategies including research, analysis, content development and promotion to clients
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
• Must be highly organized and able to manage tight deadlines and conflicting priorities
• Must be able to deal with a diverse range of stakeholders tactfully and efficiently
• A strong team-player, should be able to be flexible while keeping on task and on schedule
• Must possess financial acumen

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Articulate
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Resilient

Closing Date: 07/05/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 14 -- $81,000 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $103,588. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services
Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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