Strategic Events Manager

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Corporate Funding, Event Management, Event Strategy Development, Government, Logistics, Manage Agenda, Operations Management, Security Monitoring, Set Goals, Strategic Planning
LOCATION
Cambridge, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

STRATEGIC EVENTS MANAGER, School of Engineering - Dean's Office, to lead the planning and execution of a broad portfolio of events, advancing strategic, community-building, and development goals through exceptional event experiences for students, alumni, faculty, staff, donors, corporate partners, government officials, and international visitors; oversee the full event lifecycle, from concept development and long-range planning to budgeting, stakeholder coordination, communications, logistics, and on-site execution; shape event strategy, define objectives and audiences, and ensure each event reflects the School's priorities with consistency, quality, and impact; lead major community and ceremonial events, such as commencement-related programs, staff celebrations, advisory committee events, faculty gatherings, and large-scale degree ceremonies; support high-profile donor and VIP visits by developing agendas, preparing materials, coordinating faculty participation, and managing security and media logistics; work closely with Institute partners, vendors, and internal teams; supervise event operations, track budgets, maintain planning tools, and evaluate outcomes to strengthen future programming.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology