
University Relations Event Coordinator
Cognizant is looking for a motivated and dynamic University Relations Event Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our University Relations team, you will play a critical role in helping to build and maintain strong relationships with our university partners. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of events for Cognizant’s university partners, as well as other related tasks. To be successful in this role, you will need to be an organized, creative, and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field, along with at least two years of experience in event planning. Experience coordinating events for university partners is a plus.If you have a passion for creating successful events and building relationships with university partners, we invite you to apply!
Responsibilities:
- Work with the University Relations team to plan and execute events for Cognizant’s university partners.
- Develop relationships with university partners to ensure successful events.
- Create and manage budgets for events.
- Develop marketing plans to promote events.
- Coordinate logistics for events, such as catering, transportation, and accommodations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor event progress, make adjustments, and ensure successful completion.
- Prepare post-event reports outlining event successes and areas for improvement.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices related to university relations and event planning.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective event execution.
Excellent Communication Skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Ability To Work Independently
Bachelor's Degree In Related Field
Proven Track Record Of Successful Event Coordination
Knowledge Of Event Planning Software
Ability To Work With A Diverse Range Of People
Experience With Budgeting And Financial Management
Budgeting
Research
Project Management
Social Media
Networking
Communication
Time Management
Marketing
Negotiation
Event Planning
Public Relations
Customer Relations
Organization
Coordination
Problem-Solving
Communication
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
self-motivation
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Decision-making
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a University Relations Event Coordinator in Austin, TX, USA is $43,000 to $59,000. This range is based on salaries reported by job seekers in the area and may vary depending on experience, location, and other factors.
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