Event Associate

 Event Associate

POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Institutional Advancement is looking for an Event Associate who is tasked to assist with events designed for donors, Benefactor Circle Members and the OU’s lay leadership. This position will work with the operations team to develop, plan and execute events on a local and national level. Tasks will include working with vendors and other OU departments, managing event marketing, managing registration, special requests and other event related tasks . He/She must be careful and detail-oriented. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Research vendors for events 
• Act as an initial contact with event vendors including hotel, venue, caterers, and entertainment. 
• Be on site to ensure the event runs smoothly (this will likely involve evening and weekend hours) 
• Support leadership in donor follow-up post events 

• Manage RSVPs, special requests, VIP needs. 
• Book staff travel related to events. 
• Able to collaborate effectively with other OU departments and outside organizations. 
• Ensuring an excellent level of customer service 
• Manages the stewardship implementation of Benefactor Circle members.  

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS required or comparable experience. 
• Ability to talk to others to convey information effectively and professionally. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written communication as appropriate for the needs of the audience. 
• Strong desire to actively look for ways to help people. 

• Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. 
• Attention to detail needed to maintain accountable records of activities

(SALARY Range: $40,00-50,000 )