Hanson Canada Looking for Employee Engagement & Corporate Event Coordinator at Toronto, ON Full Time

About Hanson College

Hanson College, established in 2001, is a private educational institution that delivers college diploma programs and language training programs to international students. Our three campuses are located in Toronto and Brampton in Ontario, and New Westminster in BC. Join Hanson to change life trajectories through education for generational impact in the global community.

We are hiring an Employee Engagement & Corporate Event Coordinator to support all our campuses.

Primary Duties:

• Develop and implement a corporate event calendar for Hanson Canada. Included but not limited to Town Hall, Christmas Gala, onsite and offsite strategic summit (leadership), and other employee engagement events.
• Align objectives and contents for each event to ensure that the events are conducted in a manner that appropriately represents the College.
• Communicate directly with the management throughout the event planning process to learn requirements and goals, format, budget, administrative details, and special requirements.
• Coordinate guest list and vendor specifications, and ensure all parties understand relevant information and details.
• Negotiate contracts with venue personnel, caterers, hospitality staff, and other vendors to acquire necessary services and activities for events while meeting budgetary objectives.
• Monitor and oversee events from preparation and set-up through teardown to ensure adherence to planned format, compliance with regulations, cooperation between vendors, resolution of issues, and overall satisfaction of participants.
• Perform post-event tasks promptly such as meeting with employees to ensure satisfaction, review and documenting issues and resolutions.
• Evaluate potential locations, providers, vendors, and other professionals frequently to determine viability for future events and build a personal knowledge base to better serve clients.
• Assist with ad hoc employee engagement special projects.
• Assist with other HR administrative tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education and Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant field with a record of professional accomplishment in event planning and scheduling, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two years of exposure to the event planning with a proven track record of success.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to handle conflict calmly and professionally
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Team player with a client-centric mindset and positive attitude.
• Previous experience in an academic setting is preferred.

Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings. If you require accommodation, don’t hesitate to contact the Human Resources Department to make arrangements. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected factors.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by a Hanson College Recruiter directly from our organization.

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