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　　BFI - Events

　　About the Department

　　The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics (BFI) works with the ChicagoEconomics community to turn its evidence-based research into real-worldimpact. BFI takes a unique approach to bridging the divide betweenacademic researchers and decision-makers in the business community andgovernment by translating and packaging the rigorous work of the ChicagoEconomics community into accessible formats, and proactively sharingthose findings with relevant decision-makers and thought leaders aroundthe globe. BFI is a collaborative platform serving the University ofChicago Booth School of Business, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department ofEconomics, the Harris School of Public Policy, and the Law School. Formore information visit https://bfi.uchicago.edu.

　　Job Summary

　　The Events Coordinator works closely with the Events Manager and SeniorManager, Events and Academic Programs at the Becker Friedman Institutefor Economics (BFI) as a key member of the events team. This positionprovides professional support and plans logistics for a broad range ofevents. These events include academic conferences, workshops, seminars,newsmaker events, and more. Under general guidance, this role performs abroad range of operational business activities relating to the design,planning, and execution of events and programming.

　　Responsibilities

　　Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Events and AcademicPrograms, assists with the coordination of events, includingreserving space and hotel room blocks, coordinating with caterers,communicating with speakers, arranging transportation, setting upaudio/visual equipment, tracking attendees, providing updates ofattendance to the team, and preparing printed materials.Supports on-site events, including setup and breakdown.Coordinates logistics and catering setup for weekly instituteworkshops.Supports event speakers by communicating logistics, bookingtravel/hotels, collecting slides, coordinating meetings andactivities, responding to on-site needs, and collecting feedback.Works with the Communications team to regularly review the accuracyof, and submit updates for, event-related content.Contributes to ongoing marketing efforts of BFI programs and events,including increasing outreach to other divisions across campus toengage their students, faculty, staff, and alumni in instituteprograms.Assists with identification and resolution of event and programneeds, including vendor selection and contract negotiation.Keeps track of all expenses, prepares reports on costs, usingexisting procedures to solve routine problems as they arise.Creates event registration pages and maintains guest lists.Compiles data to be used in event and program evaluation.Contributes to improvements by implementing ideas as they areidentified, with general direction from others.Maintains guest lists and assists with mailing invitations andcreating brochures for the event.Compiles data to be used in event and program evaluation.Contributes to improvements by implementing ideas as they areidentified, with general direction from others.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications

　　Education:

　　Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in relatedfield.

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　　Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through---

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　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Experience:

　　Two years of relevant experience, such as event and/or conferenceplanning.Background in higher education is plus.Technical Skills or Knowledge:

　　Demonstrated skill and knowledge of Microsoft Windows suite,including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Preferred Competencies

　　Attention to detail.Maintain confidentiality.Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meetdeadlines.Budget management skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to be an excellent team member.Understanding of higher education and/or nonprofit organizations.Diplomatic and customer service-based approach to interacting withcolleagues and others.Working Conditions

　　Work irregular hours, including occasional early mornings and lateevenings to staff BFI eventsApplication Documents

　　Resume/CV (required)Cover Letter (preferred)Three Professional References Contact Information (required)When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the MyExperience page, in the secti