Event Coordinator
Core
Plan, coordinate, and execute academic, cultural, and community-based programs for the CUNY Mexican Studies Institute, including conferences, festivals, exhibitions, and public engagement initiatives.
Role type
Event Coordinator
Builds
Academic programs, cultural festivals, book fairs, and community engagement events
Domain
Higher education + Cultural studies (Mexican/Latino studies)
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Event planning and execution, Budget management, Vendor and contract management, Multilingual communication (English/Spanish), Stakeholder liaison, On-site operations management, Data collection and analysis
Preferred skills
Large-scale public program coordination, Partnership development, Grant and institutional process management, Hybrid/virtual event coordination
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Event management platforms, CRM systems
Responsibilities
Manage logistics, schedules, and budgets for events; Coordinate communications and registration; Serve as primary liaison for speakers and partners; Oversee on-site operations and volunteer coordination; Monitor budgets and process payments; Maintain program calendars and attendance records; Collect and analyze participation data.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC