Girls Who Code at Columbia University

Events Manager

Girls Who Code at Columbia University
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in event management and production, including strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and logistical execution. Proficient in utilizing event platforms and tools to enhance participant experiences and improve event processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Event ManagementProject ManagementEvent ProductionStakeholder EngagementCommunication Skills

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of a portfolio of virtual and in-person events
  • Own end-to-end planning for workshops, networking events, field trips, and other participant experiences
  • Develop and manage event timelines, milestones, and deliverables from concept through post-event wrap-up
  • Serve as primary event lead, identifying risks, resolving challenges, and making recommendations
  • Lead event production, including run of show development, speaker preparation, technical/platform setup, venue logistics, vendor coordination, and day-of execution
  • Evaluate events and use participant, partner, and internal feedback to improve programming and processes
  • Serve as trusted point of contact for corporate partners throughout the event lifecycle
  • Facilitate partner planning conversations and define event objectives, audience, format, content, speakers, volunteer roles, and outcomes
  • Advise partners on event structure and participant engagement
  • Manage partner expectations, timelines, approvals, and deliverables
  • Lead partner meetings, run-throughs, and event briefings
  • Communicate updates and recommendations to executives, partners, internal teams, volunteers, and other audiences
  • Solicit and integrate stakeholder feedback
  • Contribute to broader event strategy and process improvements
  • Develop and improve scalable event production processes, templates, systems, and best practices
  • Monitor registration, attendance, engagement, and other metrics; identify trends and communicate insights
  • Support tools, resources, and training materials for event participants and stakeholders
  • Report to the Senior Events Manager and collaborate with Development, Programs, and Marketing & Communications

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4+ years of professional experience in event management, event production, project management, or a related field
  • Experience independently managing multiple events or projects simultaneously from planning through execution and evaluation
  • Experience managing external partners, clients, sponsors, or vendors
  • Strong event production and project management skills, including timelines, run of shows, production plans, budgets, and logistical plans
  • Ability to make independent decisions, solve problems proactively, and manage stakeholders with minimal oversight
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience leading meetings, coordinating project teams, and driving deliverables, deadlines, and handoffs
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Comfort learning and using new technology and event platforms
  • Experience with tools such as Zoom Events, Google Workspace, and project management systems preferred
  • Experience with nonprofit, education, or youth-serving organizations preferred
  • Public speaking, facilitation, or emceeing experience is a plus
  • Computer Science experience is not required
  • Commitment to Girls Who Code’s mission is strongly preferred
  • GWC is not able to sponsor employment visas

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal opportunity employer committed to equal treatment and opportunity in hiring and promotion
  • Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
  • Full-time employment

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Hard Skills
Event PlanningLogistical PlanningBudget ManagementTimeline DevelopmentRun Of Show DevelopmentRisk ManagementEvaluation MetricsProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingFacilitation
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailIndependent Decision MakingTeam CoordinationStakeholder ManagementAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Zoom EventsGoogle WorkspaceProject Management Systems
Industry Keywords
NonprofitEducationYouth-Serving Organizations