Events Coordinator, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS), Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS)

The Events Coordinator at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) will manage the execution of events that elevate women peacebuilders and shape the WPS field. Responsibilities include agenda design, liaising with high-level speakers, collaborating with partners, and day-of staffing. The role supports GIWPS' reputation as a global platform and reports to the Director of External Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Managing execution of GIWPS events including agenda design, securing and liaising with high-level speakers, collaborating with event partners, reserving venues, invitation outreach, briefing participants, day-of staffing, and any other duties related to the planning of an event
• Collaborating with GIWPS and Georgetown colleagues on event promotion and media, protocol and security, and budgets and contracts
• Arranging event participant transportation and lodging as needed
• Creating, maintaining, and promoting event content across various calendars, websites and newsletters, working closely with communications team
• Maintaining contact databases and creating/updating mailing lists

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience coordinating or managing events, preferably in a non-profit or mission-driven setting
• Must demonstrate a high level of organization and attention to detail, strong interpersonal and professional communications and writing skills, and an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment. Excited and willing to take both initiative and direction as appropriate
• Experience working in diplomatic environments and knowledge of international affairs/gender issues preferred
• Experience drafting external and internal communications, briefings, social media content, and email blasts
• Experience with Zoom webinars, contact management software (CRM), Canva, Google Suite
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfort with international travel (up to 20%) and working evening and weekend events as needed

Benefits

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.