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- Part-time
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Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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National Bank of Canada
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- Full-time
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Simon Fraser University

Event Planner

Burnaby, BC, Canada

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Apply by: Nov 7, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Serving students, staff, faculty and our wider community across all three campuses, the VPFA (Vice President Finance and Administration) leads and develops foundational support services to help achieve SFU’s academic, research and community engagement missions. We deliver SFU’s day-to-day operational and administrative needs through the work of Campus Services; Facilities Services; Finance; IT Services; and Safety & Risk Services. We collaboratively, respectfully and inclusively engage and work with our community partners to meet the needs of and make a difference in the everyday lives of the people we serve, in addition to creating a vibrant work culture of learning and growth for our over 600 staff.

Campus Services is composed of seven departments that provide core services to students, faculty, staff and external community. Through Meeting, Event & Conference Services; Food; Bookstore & Spirit Shop; Parking & Sustainable Mobility Services; Document Solutions; Residence and Housing; SFU Childcare Society; and a variety of experience programs, Campus Services strives to create vibrant, engaging and welcoming spaces across all three SFU campuses.

About the Role

This position is responsible for the coordination and smooth operation of all internal and external events that take place at the various campuses. Under the direction of the Associate Director, Meeting, Event & Conference Services (MECS), this position is required to tailor specific events to appropriate locations within the facility, making sure that the most efficient use of space and resources is used. The Event Planner is also required to liaise with security, technical and other service areas when booking space. Because of the diverse nature of the clients that use the various campuses, this position needs to be sensitive to both their needs and those of our academic community who regularly schedule events on this campus. This position monitors and troubleshoots all problems that might occur in the successful running of an event. The Event Planner plays a central role in greeting clients on-site and providing basic orientation to the campus, and liaises with Facilities Services, IT Services, catering, security and other campus service providers and monitors and troubleshoots all operational problems that occur in the successful running of an event.

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Qualifications

High School graduation and general courses or training of moderate duration (one semester or equivalent) in word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20%
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is October 15, 2027.

Hours of work are 9:00am - 5:30pm.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Event Planner is responsible for coordinating and managing the operational aspects of internal and external events across campus locations. This role involves liaising with various service departments, troubleshooting operational issues, and providing on-site support to clients.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in word processing, database, and spreadsheet software is required, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Skills

Event coordination
Customer service
Problem-solving
Interpersonal skills
Oral communication
Written communication
Organizational skills
Word processing
Database management
Spreadsheet applications

Benefits

Pay in lieu of benefits
Hybrid-work program

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Keywords

Event Planning
Campus Services
Operations
Logistics
Customer Service
Facility Management
Administrative Support
Scheduling
Troubleshooting
Stakeholder Liaison
Word Processing
Database Management
Spreadsheet Applications
Higher Education
CUPE Local 3338

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