Strategic Events Manager

Cambridge, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Posting Description

STRATEGIC EVENTS MANAGER School of Engineering - Deans Office to lead the planning and execution of a broad portfolio of events advancing strategic community-building and development goals through exceptional event experiences for students alumni faculty staff donors corporate partners government officials and international visitors; oversee the full event lifecycle from concept development and long-range planning to budgeting stakeholder coordination communications logistics and on-site execution; shape event strategy define objectives and audiences and ensure each event reflects the Schools priorities with consistency quality and impact; lead major community and ceremonial events such as commencement-related programs staff celebrations advisory committee events faculty gatherings and large-scale degree ceremonies; support high-profile donor and VIP visits by developing agendas preparing materials coordinating faculty participation and managing security and media logistics; work closely with Institute partners vendors and internal teams; supervise event operations track budgets maintain planning tools and evaluate outcomes to strengthen future programming.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelors degree in hospitality events management or a related field; a minimum of five years of experience in events management preferably in a non-profit or higher education environment; demonstrated ability to take initiative working well independently and as part of a team; exceptional customer service and communication skills; ability to anticipate needs and manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously in a demanding fast-paced environment; experience problem-solving and advising individuals with complex and diverse needs; proficiency in reservation software and Excel as well as Microsoft Office; creative out-of-the-box-thinking; strong organization and time management skills; ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; and ability to lift (approximately 20 to 30 pounds) and perform other physical exertion.

Occasional travel may be required.

Required to work a variety of hours to accommodate events including occasional evenings and weekends.

4/3/2026

Required Experience:

Manager