Job Description

Office of Research Services
Thunder Bay
Part-time
Contract

Overview

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The Event Coordinator reports to the Director of Research Services and the Executive Assistant, VPRI. The incumbent is responsible for the coordination of department and special events. This position is also responsible for monitoring and posting to social media while coordinating content from researchers and research facilitators. This is a part-time position, ending March 31, 2026. Flexible hours may include some overtime.

Responsibilities

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Planning and implementing an in-person event platform for Research and Innovation Week to include:

Schedule and coordinate events, services, and vendors Event budgeting and sponsor management Support the production of communication and social media materials Administrative assistance for meeting scheduling and minute-taking Submit updates for webpage content Support event session hosts and speakers Day-of event coordination both on and off campus

Qualifications

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College or university education in Administration, Marketing, and/or Event Management. Experience in planning and implementing large-scale events and administrative duties. Drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferred.
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.


Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups, is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment.

Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.




Why Lakehead University?
Application Deadline:
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - 11:59pm
No, not eligible for benefits
Reference Number:
GEN-25-40

Application Deadline:
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - 11:59pm
No, not eligible for benefits
Reference Number:
GEN-25-40