Events Coordinator

1 week ago


Christchurch, New Zealand UCSA Full time

**Events Coordinator**:
Student Engagement

University of Canterbury Student Association (UCSA)
- Full time
- Permanent

**The Opportunity**

Are you a mastermind when it comes to throwing unforgettable events? Do you have a passion for bringing people together and creating unique experiences? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

We are on the lookout for a new Events Coordinator to join our ranks. We need someone with a knack for planning innovative and engaging experiences for our students at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC). If you are equally as comfortable BBQing up some sausages as you are rubbing shoulders with international music artists, even better

If you like thinking up new experiential ideas and finding new ways to engage different groups, then this is a great opportunity to expand on your skill set across wide variety of event types. Seriously - check out our social media feed - our team delivers everything from a 3500 person Music Festival, Markets, Awards Ceremonies, Concerts, BBQs, Coffee Mornings and everything else in between.

So, if you're ready to jump into the exciting world of event planning, we want to hear from you

**About You**

You may be an experienced Event Professional, or you may have only recently graduated with a relevant degree - what is important to us is that you are passionate about all aspects of events and the student experience. You need to enjoy collaborating, be comfortable in a high-pace environment, be organised, and have excellent communication skills.

Due to the nature of the role and the organisation, an affinity for and understanding of students is important.

**Important Skills & Qualifications**
- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g. event management, marketing, tourism, hospitality, communications)
- 2+ years industry experience in planning and delivering successful events would be advantageous, but not essential
- Has a particular empathy, sensitivity and appreciation for students and the diverse ethnic, socio-economic, genders of the student body, staff and clients
- A good understanding of what it means to work in a bi-culturally competent environment, or the openness to learn and grow in this space
- Current and full drivers’ licence
- A creative, enquiring mind and the ability to “think outside the box”
- Ability to work in a team and great sense of humour

**About UCSA**

**Nau Mai Ki Te Rōpū Akonga ō Te Whare Wānanga ō Waitaha**

**Welcome to The University of Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA)**

Established in 1894, the UCSA is a registered not-for-profit organisation that supports UC students to succeed and belong.

Our organisation is governed by an elected Student Executive, and we employ over 300 staff. Together, we dish up a range of student-focused services, including: advocacy and welfare, representation, subsidised dental and optometry, early learning centres, club support, events, and media.

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