Event Assistance Plan, coordinate, and execute in-person, virtual, and hybrid events from concept through post-event evaluation. Assist with logistics including pre-, post, and on-site coordination of full event lifecycle; pivots easily between the different tasks required for planning. Research and engage vendors based on their creativity, quality, and cost. Manage the record of event spending, event service contracts, purchase orders, and travel and expense reconciliation. Participate in cross-functional project teams and proactively engages in continuous improvement of event operations. Uphold all university policies and procedures that pertain to events, safety, travel, financial support, and space usage. Assist with event-related payment, reimbursements, and stipend disbursements. Serve as backup to the Event Coordinator. Communications content management Publicize Da. IS' research, news and events, partnerships, outreach and teaching. Evaluate the inventory of existing content. Benchmark peer websites, newsletters and social media. Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to raise the Da. IS' overall visibility and promote its accomplishments. Oversee visual communications (posters, banners etc.). Develop and maintain social media platforms and manage websites to ensure up-to-date content and engagement with stakeholders. Promote news stories on social media accounts (X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn). Monitor affiliated faculty social media accounts and share/re-post relevant news. Manage email marketing efforts and be accountable for keeping the mailing lists up to date. Handle all event-related communications such as managing marketing of the events such as submitting posters for printing (proofreading included), sending weekly event updates to constituents, and coordinating event communication with relevant departments on campus. Serve as backup to the Communication Manager. Qualifications Essential minimum required knowledge, skills, competencies, and abilities 1 - 2 years of experience in event planning as well as event marketing/branding. Proven track record of creative, successful events. Experience coordinating promotional communications. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and multitasking skills. Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-service mindset. Ability to multitask and work effectively in a pressured work environment with changing priorities and limited supervision. Possess solid knowledge of organizational policies and practices in order to interpret and determine appropriate course of action effectively and appropriately. Must be able to work independently to complete projects effectively as a member of a team Preferred knowledge Skills, abilities, experience, and other education Prior experience working in higher education institutions