Quantum Events and Partnerships Director
9 hours ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Quantum Events and Partnerships Director to join our team at the University of Waterloo. This is a full-time, permanent position.
About the RoleThe Quantum Events and Partnerships Director will be responsible for cultivating, developing, and procuring external partnerships with stakeholders across industry, government, and academia. The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of innovative, strategic events and partner initiatives that support the University's quantum research and technology nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities- Establishes the strategic direction and priorities for marketing, outreach, and event-related activities at the University of Waterloo and across Canada.
- Develops a strategic plan for a roster of strategic events, including delegations, conferences, workshops, seminar series, lectures, and other special events that support the University's strategic objectives.
- Responsible for coming up with creative and effective event options and prepares briefs for senior leadership review.
- Oversees the planning, execution, and evaluation of University events, building on the successes of past events.
- Prepares post-event analysis, assesses opportunities, and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Holds key accountability for the strategic development, implementation, and successful execution of community relations programs across local, regional, provincial, and national stakeholders and markets.
- Responsible for strategically planning the events portfolio to be aligned with the University's strategic plan so as to profile key initiatives and celebrate important milestones with stakeholders.
- Develops an ongoing strategy and proactively targets partners across all sectors where there is high potential for event collaboration, sponsorships, and future partnerships.
- Attends and organizes appropriate meetings and events to promote University research, talent, and knowledge mobilization capabilities and to interact with potential sponsors.
- Plans, manages, and promotes occasional events to bring partners and University community together.
- Identifies and coordinates University and university support services as needed for events.
- Supports government relations initiatives as appropriate.
- Develops and manages the budget for quantum programming.
$90,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
QualificationsWe are looking for someone with:
- A Bachelor's degree in a related field such as business, event planning, public relations, or marketing.
- 7-10 years of progressive experience with a proven track record of achievement and success with public engagement through marketing, event planning, and educational outreach.
- Experience in an academic setting is an asset.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to develop strong professional relationships that are sustainable over time.
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