Event and Special Projects Coordinator
University of Arkansas SystemAbout the role
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Type of Position:
Conference and Events
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
External Relations Support
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Event and Special Projects Coordinator works with the Development and Donor Engagement team and reports to the Senior Director of Engagement. The position coordinates development and donor engagement activities and special events including the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame, advisory board meetings, donor stewardship events, receptions and other events as needed. Additionally, the position will also craft donor communication, correspondence and provide administrative support to the Development and Donor Engagement team.This position may work evenings and weekends as needed and may require very limited travel on behalf of the College.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is essential, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors’ degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience planning, coordinating and budgeting events
External partner engagement
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Open to overnight travel (minimal) on behalf of the college
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with corporate partners or development and alumni relations
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