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　　Associate Director of Signature Events - Office of Advancement - Georgetown University

　　Job Overview

　　The Associate Director of Signature Events is responsible for the planning and execution of Advancement events which support the alumni engagement, development and campaign goals established by the university. The Associate Director works with the Director of Signature Events to establish event-specific strategies for achieving the goals and objectives set forth by internal and external stakeholders and the university at-large. This position assists in the creation, execution and management of local, national and international programs and is responsible for the refinement of departmental methods and systems which best support the mission of the Office of Advancement.

　　Work Interactions

　　Reporting to the Director of Signature Events, the Associate Director of Signature Events serves as a member of the Office of Advancement Signature Events team. They partner with Advancement and university colleagues, and oversee members of the Signature Events team in the planning and execution of events.

　　The effective planning, supervision and implementation of these events have a direct impact on relationships with alumni, university “friends,” donors and prospective donors, as well as current students.

　　On an on-going basis, the Associate Director discusses with the Director their individual project objectives and budget development and maintenance.

　　Requirements and Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree

　　At least 4 to 6 years of commensurate event planning experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience

　　Preferred qualifications

　　Exceptional organizational and time management skills

　　Superb attention to detail

　　Ability to concurrently balance multiple, high priorities

　　Excellent written and oral communication skills

　　Experience supervising volunteers and colleagues and working with VIPs

　　Mission-driven mindset

　　Work Mode Designation

　　This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

　　Georgetown University’s Office of Advancement is committed to cultivating a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our broader colleagues and broader Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown’s mission. Learn more about the Office of Advancement here .

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　　EEO Statement:

　　Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://policymanual.hr.georgetown.edu/https%3A//policymanual.gudrupal.georgetown.edu/201-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Affirmative-Action) fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation) , disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) .

　　Benefits:

　　Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .

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　　Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .