Job Summary
The Office of Alumni Engagement and Events is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager, Harbert College of Business Events. This position will manage the planning, implementation and evaluation of special events and programs designed to increase engagement with our stakeholders, which includes alumni, donors, students, faculty, and staff.
Essential Functions
The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following:
Develops and manages a balanced program of events for the Harbert College of Business designed to enhance the relationships and reputation with internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborates with campus partners (parking services, risk management, campus security, etc.) to ensure events adhere to AU policies.
Manages and oversees programs and events to promote alumni engagement, donors, students, faculty, and staff. May solicit feedback through a formal evaluation process to improve the programs and or events.
Arranges and oversees events, campus visits from corporate representatives, donors, or alumni and guest speakers to foster engagement between alumni and the faculty, staff and students of the Harbert College of Business.
Designs, organizes and manages logistics of all events, including: designing invitations and programs; developing and managing guest lists and responses; securing various vendors (entertainment, tenting, rentals, catering, security, parking); coordinating committees and volunteer support services.
Supervises and coordinates engagement activities and programs collaborating with internal colleges and schools, as well as outside vendors, to promote and manage the events and activities.
May negotiate vendor contracts and secure travel and accommodations for internal and external dignitaries.
Maintains events calendar and keep in sync with the Harbert College of Business and University master calendars.
Develops and monitors engagement event budgets and quality control processes ensuring programs are operating efficiently and within specifications.
Coordinates travel arrangements, itineraries, and related reimbursement/administrative processes for those involved in programs and services.
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Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, Business, or relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning, budgeting, negotiating with vendors, and strong interpersonal skills.

Substitution allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of event planning.
Ability to coordinate meetings and events considering complex scheduling issues