Events & Experiences Coordinator - OIDEI

* Skilled event manager with a passion for developing event experiences that align with strategic priorities. This is both a strategic and logistics role.

* Proven track record of planning, producing, and evaluating large, small, and high-profile events for diverse audiences

* Ability to lead collaborative efforts across teams and departments for successful event planning and execution

* Extreme attention to detail with familiarity of project management principles

* Ability to work in a fast-paced, decentralized environment

* Skilled at finding opportunity in change and uncertainty

* Strong written and verbal communication with the ability to formulate and communicate creative ideas at all levels of the University

* Define and execute a strategic vision for community engagement through year-round OIDEI experiences in addition to annual signature events.

* Lead the planning and execution of OIDEI signature events for the University community.

* Build and sustain relationships with campus partners and external speakers/vendors for strategy, logistics, and execution.

* Serve as event point person for the OIDEI and address any inquiries or suggestions for events made by campus partners.

* Advance the strategic growth and enhancement of OIDEI events and experiences by analyzing event data and composing reports to provide valuable insights for strategic planning and informed decision-making.

* Produce compelling Heritage Awareness content, encompassing engaging social media posts and informative newsletter materials, to amplify heritage awareness throughout the university.

* Recruitment and leadership of event planning committees comprised of various campus partners as applicable.

* Continue the development of a detailed event framework manual designed to execute and measure the impact of OIDEI events and experiences.

* Craft compelling promotional materials to further enhance visibility and participation of OIDEI's initiatives and events.

* Facilitate and support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging ( DEIB) training sessions.

* Additional duties as necessary and assigned

* Bachelor's degree

* Three (3) or more years of event management experience; ideally related to diversity, equity, and inclusion

* Experience managing a team or volunteers

* Budget management experience

* Commitment to and deep understanding of issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion

* Ability to work with individuals from a wide range of cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds

* Excellent interpersonal skills, facilitation/presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

* Solid knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook

* Experience managing events in a university setting

* Experience managing vendor relationships

* Understanding of project management software

Bachelor's degree and Three (3) or more years of event management experience; ideally related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Solid knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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