Event Specialist

**Why WestJet**:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

**Join us and love where you’re going.**

**Hybrid Role**:
This is a hybrid position; you will be required to work at the WestJet Campus in Calgary approximately 2 days / week.

As part of a high-performing and collaborative team that supports culture, engagement, and brand reputation, both internally and externally, across WestJet, we are looking for an **Events Specialist**. Reporting to the Manager - Events & Activations, you will be responsible for the design and overseeing of all external events in a cohesive and cost-effective way that has a measurable impact on WestJet's reputation and brand engagement, while achieving the objectives of senior leaders within WestJet.
If you are a highly innovative person who enjoy thinking outside of the box to create positive experiences for our diverse client groups; we might just be looking for you

**Key deliverables / responsibilities include**:

- Plan and execute a wide range of external events including but not limited to network announcements, inaugural route launches, activations with community investment partners, support for sponsorships activations, media/PR and Government relation events.
- Build, develop and maintain strong internal and external partnerships through proactive and consistent communication, supporting cost efficiencies and effective vendor relationships.
- Prepare and present concepts, briefs, and other supporting material to align critical stakeholders on direction and desired outcomes, with a comprehensive view of multi-audience engagement.
- Problem solving and scenario plan for situations with confidence, maintaining a calm and in-control demeanor.
- In collaboration with leadership, set key performance indicators on how we measure success for our external events through social media and PR metrics.

**Experience and qualifications**:

- 5 - 6 years of experience in corporate event planning
- Post-secondary education in project management, event management, or equivalent experience
- Strong relationship-building skills while managing high expectations and coordinating with various stakeholders
- Requires strong problem-solving skills and advanced interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to employ creative and clever marketing-style efforts to appeal to audiences
- Being able to multi-task in a very fast changing environment is required
- Must have a valid passport and flexibility to travel, largely within Canada

**The benefits of being a WestJetter**:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

***About WestJet Group of Companies**

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

**Our Safety Promise**

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

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