Assistant Director of Event Planning

Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking an Assistant Director of Event Planning. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean of the Rutgers Business School – Newark and New Brunswick, the Assistant Director of Event Planning will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, budgeting and executing a wide range of strategic events, including conferences, symposiums, seminars, program launches, dinners, graduations, and convocations for all the departments and units under the Rutgers Business School, and its corporate partners and affiliates for domestic, international, on campus and off-campus programs. This position will work closely with our department chairs and directors, corporate sponsors, and their representatives to ensure that each event/program launches seamlessly, aligns with the brand, and is delivered with the utmost quality, creativity, and impact, exceeding all expectations. engagement within a team setting • Leads staff members in developing and maintaining RBS student, faculty, staff, and alumni-focused initiatives • Researches a comprehensive RBS engagement program and identifies best practices and metrics for the role • Manages overall operation, management/administration, and assessment of RBS events Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.