Job Description
Job Title: Event Manager – University Events
Department : Events and Outreach
Location : Gurugram
Reports To : Dean of Student Affairs/Director of Events
Job Summary:
The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing university events, including case competitions, conclaves, guest lectures, workshops, cultural festivals, and other academic and co-curricular activities. The individual will collaborate with various departments, ensure smooth execution of events, and uphold the university’s reputation by delivering high-quality experiences for students, faculty, and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
The Event Manager will be responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of university events, including:
Plan and execute university-wide, DSW, ELC, cultural, academic, and promotional events.
Coordinate with all schools, clubs, and societies for event planning and execution.
Organize one mega inter-school university event annually.
Prepare and manage the annual university event calendar.
Organize and coordinate workshops, seminars, and guest lectures under various schools.
Ensure complete coverage of activities conducted by clubs and societies under DSW.
Provide event-related content to the Social Media and Branding teams for promotions and post-event visibility.
Coordinate celebrity engagements, movie promotions, sponsorships, and large-scale events.
Plan and execute Induction and Fresher’s Programs , ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for students.
Organize cultural festivals, inter- and intra-university competitions, and talent showcases.
Plan and execute sports events in coordination with sports committees, coaches, and external agencies.
Design and conduct skill development and grooming workshops with industry professionals.
Coordinate Farewell and Convocation ceremonies , ensuring protocol adherence and smooth execution.
Manage vendor coordination, logistics, on-ground execution , and post-event documentation.
Ensure compliance with branding guidelines, safety norms, and institutional policies for all events.
Key Qualifications:
Education :
Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
A Master’s degree is a plus.
Experience :
3+ years of experience in event management, preferably in an educational institutionor corporate environment.
Experience in organizing academic and co-curricular activities like case competitions or professional conclaves.
Skills :
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in event management software and tools.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Budgeting and cost management skills.
Personality Traits :
Creative thinker with attention to detail.
Team player with leadership qualities.
Proactive problem-solver with a can-do attitude.
Department : Events and Outreach
Location : Gurugram
Reports To : Dean of Student Affairs/Director of Events
Job Summary:
The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing university events, including case competitions, conclaves, guest lectures, workshops, cultural festivals, and other academic and co-curricular activities. The individual will collaborate with various departments, ensure smooth execution of events, and uphold the university’s reputation by delivering high-quality experiences for students, faculty, and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
The Event Manager will be responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of university events, including:
Plan and execute university-wide, DSW, ELC, cultural, academic, and promotional events.
Coordinate with all schools, clubs, and societies for event planning and execution.
Organize one mega inter-school university event annually.
Prepare and manage the annual university event calendar.
Organize and coordinate workshops, seminars, and guest lectures under various schools.
Ensure complete coverage of activities conducted by clubs and societies under DSW.
Provide event-related content to the Social Media and Branding teams for promotions and post-event visibility.
Coordinate celebrity engagements, movie promotions, sponsorships, and large-scale events.
Plan and execute Induction and Fresher’s Programs , ensuring a smooth onboarding experience for students.
Organize cultural festivals, inter- and intra-university competitions, and talent showcases.
Plan and execute sports events in coordination with sports committees, coaches, and external agencies.
Design and conduct skill development and grooming workshops with industry professionals.
Coordinate Farewell and Convocation ceremonies , ensuring protocol adherence and smooth execution.
Manage vendor coordination, logistics, on-ground execution , and post-event documentation.
Ensure compliance with branding guidelines, safety norms, and institutional policies for all events.
Key Qualifications:
Education :
Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field.
A Master’s degree is a plus.
Experience :
3+ years of experience in event management, preferably in an educational institutionor corporate environment.
Experience in organizing academic and co-curricular activities like case competitions or professional conclaves.
Skills :
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in event management software and tools.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Budgeting and cost management skills.
Personality Traits :
Creative thinker with attention to detail.
Team player with leadership qualities.
Proactive problem-solver with a can-do attitude.
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