The Events and Projects Coordinator is responsible for supporting the goals of the Raikes School by managing events and student focused project efforts, including the development of event strategy, and the design, management, and execution of Raikes School-related events. Working in a fast-paced office, the Events and Projects Coordinator will independently coordinate all events, activities, and Advisory Board meeting logistics for the Raikes School including, but not limited to, recruitment and student success, Design Studio, and administrative events. Examples of these events include recruitment events, residential summer camps, outreach events, interview days, orientation activities, career and research fairs, all school meetings, senior recognition and end-of-year celebrations, student and alumni engagement, speakers, Raikes School Corporate Advisory Board meetings, the Design Studio Showcases, and various Design Studio networking events. The position is responsible for all event details including researching, planning, coordinating, executing, and assessing the events. The Events and Projects Coordinator provides general and administrative support to all aspects of outreach, recruitment, and engagement activities, Raikes School staff and faculty, and administrative operations.

Some events occur outside normal business hours and on days other than Monday through Friday. The Events & Projects Coordinator must have some flexibility to work on these occasions.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

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Katelyn Rife
katelyn.rife@unl.edu