Date Posted: 11/11/2025
Req ID: 45977
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00058845
Description:
About us:The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/. Your opportunity:Reporting to the Director of Events, the Event Coordinator will support events within the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education. These events include, but are not limited to conferences, receptions, workshops, and interuniversity games.The Event Coordinator will coordinate and plan all logistics (for example catering, AV, space etc.) and other arrangements for related events. Under general supervision from the Director and Manager, Interuniversity Events and Engagement, the incumbent develops, coordinates and executes events plans, critical paths and materials for events. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with impeccable organizational and planning skills and great enthusiasm and passion for event coordination and planning. You will work as part of a team to deliver these events, both within and outside the University.Your responsibilities will include:Conceptualizing, organizing and executing event activitiesOverseeing the implementation of event plans and activitiesDetermining logistical details and activities for events and/or programmingDeveloping content for marketing and/or promotional materialsAnalyzing client needs and making recommendations on event logistics and optionsBuilding and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importanceCollaborating on cost estimatesResolving issues that may occur during events and escalating problems as requiredEssential Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Sport and Event Management or similar degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experienceMinimum three years of experience in event coordination and logistical planningMinimum three years of experience planning and executing sport focused events, preferably in a University settingExperience interacting and engaging with students, faculty, alumni and the general public through the execution of eventsMinimum two years of experience providing supervision to staff in dynamic sport and academic event settingsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to multitask while adhering to strict guidelinesStrong problem-solving skills; high level accuracy and attention to detailExcellent communication (written and oral); excellent interpersonal skillsDemonstrated computer skills, including advanced skills in Word, Excel and PowerPointTo be successful in this role you will be:DiligentMulti-taskerOrganizedProblem solverResourcefulTeam playerClosing Date: 11/19/2025, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: USW Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing Schedule: Full-Time - Evening and weekend work is requiredPay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:USW Pay Band 10 -- $72,119. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $92,226. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. Job Category: Athletics
Lived Experience StatementCandidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
