Note: This position has been deemed critical by Dean of Research and is exempt from the hiring freeze.
SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:
The Stanford King Center on Global Development is a Stanford University research center working to improve the lives of the world's poor. Operating under the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR), the Stanford King Center catalyzes Stanford's distinctive strengths in global poverty and development research to turn path-breaking research into real-world results. To this end, the King Center supports research initiatives that unite Stanford faculty working on different areas of international development, including big data for development, governance and service delivery in Africa, conflict and polarization, and global productivity and economic growth. The King Center provides hands-on research and experiential learning opportunities for students eager to explore the challenges and opportunities of the developing world, and funds original student research. The Center also sponsors several events, including faculty workshops, high-level policy conferences, as well as visiting scholar programs. The Center disseminates findings through working papers, policy notes, and online material.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Event Planner will plan and execute all major center events, such as conferences, workshops, seminars, and other center-related events. The Event Planner will consult with King Center leadership, faculty organizers and other stakeholders to develop the overall plan for event logistics, including budgeting, registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support, and pre- and post-event evaluations.
The Event Planner will report to the Communications and Engagement Manager and will work with the Center's Faculty Director and Executive Director to plan and execute complex events involving high-level speakers and donors. This role requires close coordination with the SIEPR Development and Events teams to ensure donor cultivation and stewardship. The Event Planner will also work with the Student Programs Manager to plan student-oriented events and with faculty members organizing academic conferences. In this role, the Event Planner will be expected to provide guidance and advise management on the best processes and procedures to ensure compliance with Stanford and SIEPR policies.
We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic self-starter to be an active participant in center activities and design and provide event support for faculty, students and center staff. The successful candidate should thrive on interacting with a variety of individuals and supporting multiple events in a fast-paced environment. Experience with online and in-person events with an online component is desirable.
This is a hybrid position with the expectation of working on-site three days a week and when needed for in-person events.
Some events may require occasional work in the evenings and weekends (with substantial advance notice). The Events Planner reports to the center’s Communications and Engagement Manager.
CORE DUTIES:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Certifications and Licenses:
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation for any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
WORK STANDARDS:
For On-site or Hybrid positions:
The expected pay range for this position is $78,408 – $98,614 per annum.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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