Miami,FL,USA Manager,Events-Miami,FL with $42.8k-$71.3k/Year Pay

The University of Miami is a private research university located in Coral Gables, Florida, known for its commitment to academic excellence, community service, and innovation. With a rich history rooted in fostering educational growth and development, the university serves a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. It supports a vibrant campus life and promotes values that emphasize service, gratitude, trust, and partnership. These core values are central to the University’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations, which plays a pivotal role in advancing the institution's mission through strategic philanthropic relationships and engagement with alumni and supporters. The division aims to improve and transform the lives of individuals and communities by supporting fundraising initiatives and nurturing meaningful connections that facilitate the university's growth and impact. The University of Miami seeks an experienced and dedicated Events Manager to join its Division of Development and Alumni Relations. This full-time staff position, classified under Pay Grade A10, offers a dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of planning and executing high-profile events that showcase the university’s development efforts and community engagement. The Events Manager will work closely with the Executive Director of Events to manage and oversee various events including groundbreakings, dedications, forums, lectures, memorials, scholarship lunches, and other special occasions organized by the schools, colleges, units, president’s office, and student affairs. The role involves meticulous planning, budgeting, and coordination to ensure every event is executed flawlessly, reflects the university’s values, and supports its strategic objectives. The Events Manager will be responsible for managing timelines, creating detailed event checklists, organizing staffing and logistics, and negotiating with external vendors to secure optimal services and pricing. Additionally, the position requires maintaining and enhancing the invitation database and reports, ensuring all printed materials are prepared accurately and approved by the Executive Director of Strategic Events. Beyond the logistical aspects, the Events Manager will lead special committees tasked with event planning, setting clear goals and objectives, facilitating meetings, and driving these committees to successful outcomes. A critical aspect of the job is supervising event staff, providing thorough training, and briefing personnel to maintain high standards and smooth operations throughout each event. The successful candidate will have strong business and management acumen, extraordinary organizational skills, and the ability to motivate and develop team members effectively. This position requires a minimum of five years of relevant event management experience along with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to manage department operations, establish goals aligned with strategic plans, and provide leadership to achieve results. Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit are essential in delivering events that enhance the University of Miami’s reputation and advance its mission. Joining the University of Miami means becoming part of a progressive and inclusive community that values diversity and equal opportunity. The university encourages applications from females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, reinforcing its stance as an Equal Opportunity Employer. This role offers not only the chance to contribute meaningfully to the university’s development priorities but also to grow professionally in a supportive and innovative environment.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of business and management principles
• Ability to direct, manage, implement and evaluate department operations
• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise work of others
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others