Event Project Manager, Office of the President

The University of Virginia seeks applications for an Event Project Manager to support the Office of the President. This position is a critical member of a team charged with planning and coordinating events and interfacing with a range of stakeholders important to the University of Virginia. The Event Project Manager will report to the Associate Director for External Relations and Event Manager.

The Event Project Manager is a self-motivated, high performer who consistently achieves departmental, organizational, and institutional objectives.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Planning and coordinating events
• Provide support to senior event planners within the department by preparing invitation lists, creating and distributing event communications, preparing event materials (nametags, place cards, access credentials, parking permits, etc.), and staffing events
• Creation and distribution of print and digital communications, including event invitations, e-newsletters, and RSVP forms
• Serve a backup for creating and maintaining departmental communication tools, including websites (Major Events, Founder's Day, and Finals Weekend) and inbound/outbound phone and email communications
• Be trained and proficient in University-approved technology platforms, including Cvent, Eventbrite, BlackThorn, Marketing Cloud, InfoReady, among others
• Be proficient in using the University's customer relationship management database (CRM) to create contact reports for constituents, build custom reports, and extract strategic data
• Assist with logistical preparations associated with a variety of events including but not limited to Finals Weekend, events sponsored by the President, building dedications, Commonwealth Day, Homecomings, Days on the Lawn, New Student Orientation, Reunions Weekend, Family Weekend, advancement events, visits by dignitaries, and other special and pan-University events
• Interact daily with key stakeholders, including event attendees, University leaders, faculty, staff, students, and community members
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Experience: Four years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with budgeting and negotiating contracts and pricing with vendors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Comfortable with learning and implementing new software technology
• Experience handling mailings using a database system
• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and public relations skills in interacting with diverse constituencies
• Aptitude for exercising independent judgement and proactive critical thinking
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible when confronted with changing priorities
• Ability to work in an environment with clearly defined processes and procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment where a project's success is determined by both the individual and team's efforts
• Understanding of protocol, discretion, and confidentiality
• The job may occasionally require travel to attend meetings or events, as well as the ability to work evenings and weekend events on an as-needed basis
• Experience working in higher education or a non-profit organization
• Experience working with Cvent, Eventbrite, and other event registration tools
• Experience with graphic design software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

Physical Demands:

This position is a primary sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. On occasion for events, it will require the ability to move event materials as needed (~20 lbs.), as well as moving and being in a stationary position.

The anticipated hiring range is $60,000 to $73,000, commensurate with education and experience.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site in a shared office space.

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Application review will begin after September 29, 2025.

Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply .

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0076771. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Apply through your Workday profile by searching "Find Jobs."

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

For additional information about the position, please contact Cecil Banks, Executive Director for Major Events and External Relations at banks@virginia.edu.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Senior Recruiter, sxv9zv@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.