Manager, Events Services

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, Texas, US
Commensurate; not specified; not specified
Event logistics management
Budget development and management
Vendor negotiation and relationship management
The Manager of Event Services is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of high-impact events that support the University Advancement mission, including fundraising, donor cultivation, stewardship, and alumni engagement

Job Summary

  • The Manager of Event Services is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of high-impact events that support the University Advancement mission, including fundraising, donor cultivation, stewardship, and alumni engagement.
  • This role ensures the delivery of exceptional event experiences that strengthen relationships with donors, prospects, alumni, and key stakeholders while elevating the institution’s brand and visibility.
  • Reporting to Advancement leadership, the Manager oversees all aspects of event operations from concept development through post-event evaluation while managing budgets, vendor partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration.

Matching Summary

The Manager of Event Services is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of high-impact events that support the University Advancement mission, including fundraising, donor cultivation, stewardship, and alumni engagement.

Salary

Commensurate; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Event logistics management
  • Budget development and management
  • Vendor negotiation and relationship management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Donor cultivation and stewardship events

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic event planning
  • Elevating institutional brand
  • High-impact event execution
  • Seamless event execution

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Five years of related experience
  • Event planning experience in higher education or nonprofit advancement
  • Familiarity with event technologies and CRM databases

Work Rights

Not specified

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