Global Coordinator

GLOBAL COORDINATOR, Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship, to manage the logistics and planning of center events, especially the annual Legatum Global Forum and ongoing Legatum Lecture Series. Will be responsible for the timely planning and implementation of projects to advance the mission of the center. Tasks cover the entire range of event planning, from strategic planning through preparation and implementation. Duties include scheduling caterers; booking venues; blocking hotels; overseeing registration; developing publicity materials, communications, branding, and invitations; and managing audio, visual, and web needs. Will also be responsible for MIT community and international outreach to publicize activities and create and strengthen strategic partnerships; work closely with Facilities' staff on logistics and operations, Health and Safety, other operational units at MIT, and stakeholders inside and outside the university to ensure good communication and participation; provide leadership and direction to students, staff, and outside vendors; and coordinate fund-raising events.

REQUIREMENTS: one to three years as a director or related experience coordinating events of various sizes (small to large). Bachelor's degree preferred. Those with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software required. Must be discrete with information and diplomatic when coordinating international or luminary speakers and guests. Should demonstrate strong writing and editing skills and excellent interpersonal communication skills for interacting with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. Advanced experience in event planning and project coordination ideal. Web proficiency and basic web programming experience are plusses. Seek resourceful, organized self-starter who is creative and detail-oriented. Experience using Macintosh computers a plus. MIT-00005707 8/5/08

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