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Shoppers Drug Mart
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Pandora
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- $25.7 to $32.1 CAD / hour
…around the world to express themselves. We are proud to be part of their stories and the most important moments in their…
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Assistant Store Manager
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Front Store Supervisor, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
Waterloo, ON
- Full-time
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Shoppers Drug Mart
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Customer Experience Leader
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St. Catharines, ON
- Part-time
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Walmart Canada
Stratford, ON
- Full-time
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Shoppers Drug Mart
Mount Pearl, NL
- Full-time
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Respiratory Therapist - Langley Memorial Hospital
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Langley (District), BC · City of Langley, BC
- $40.19 to $50.2 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Shoppers Drug Mart
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Store Manager
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Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, ON
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Beauty Specialist, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Shoppers Drug Mart
ON
- Full-time
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(CAN) Full-Time Stock Unloader Associate
Walmart
Stratford, ON
- Full-time
…fast‑paced retail environment. In this role, you play a key part in keeping the store running smoothly by unloading trailers, processing merchandise, and moving pallets to the sales floor,…
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Assistant Store Leader (Assistant Manager)
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University of Waterloo

Special Events Coordinator

Waterloo, ON, Canada
Student Life Centre, Canada

$56,494.16 - $70,617.70 · Full-time

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Pay: $56,494.16 - $70,617.70
Job type: Full-time
Experience: Several years’ experience with large scale event planning and management, with at least 2 years in a management/leadership position.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

Original job description

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day.

Learn more about our recruitment process.

Job Requisition ID:

2026-03377

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Group:

Staff

Job Category:

Event Management

Employment Type:

Permanent

Department:

Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association - Community and Events

Hiring Range:

$56,494.16 - $70,617.70

Posting Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The internal posting deadline for this position is October 29, 2026 at 11:59PM

Job Description:

Primary Purpose

The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering diverse programs and large-scale campus wide events aimed at enhancing the student life experience for the undergraduate students on campus. The Special Events Coordinator will function primarily in the area of entertainment involving student engagement, programming and event management, volunteer management and administrative capacities.

Key Accountabilities
Event Development, Delivery and Evaluation

Responsible for delivering successful large scale (5000+ attendees) campus wide events with positive attendee experiences and programs tailored for the students at the University of Waterloo
Researches current campus programming options by keeping up with industry trends, collaborating with other institutions/unions and attending conferences/exhibitions
Negotiates with agencies to book performers where contract costs stay within budget and positively impact the experience of our students
Develops clear Event documentation highlighting objectives, risk, resource requirements, people requirements and timelines and evaluation metrics
Ensures diversity in programming efforts to maximize the reach and participation of efforts throughout the year
Performs post event evaluation to highlight and review results of programming efforts, overall impact, and identify areas of improvement for future events
Leads all corporate events as assigned by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association including (general meetings, grand openings, anniversaries/celebrations etc.)

Student Volunteer Management

Responsible for the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of 100+ student volunteers to help with planning and delivery of programs & events
Ensures student input is gathered during development of events by enabling student volunteer to champion efforts and incorporated into the overall efforts
Engages students by empowering them to take on various responsibilities with respect to the execution, marketing, and planning of special events
Ensures volunteers are provided with effective training and development programs and equipped with the right tools and resources to meet deliverables
Organizes and executes a volunteer appreciation event for students directly involved in the executed events

Relationship Management & Outreach

Raises $40k+ annually in sponsorship dollars and materials with off campus businesses & partners to enhance programming efforts
Works with key stakeholders and partners across campus to (plant ops, bookings, safety office, grounds, athletics etc…) throughout event development and delivery efforts
Maintains positive relationships with vendors that we purchase/book good, services or equipment from
Works closely with the Marketing Specialist to ensure programming efforts are effectively marketed and developed successfully for the current student market and their needs/wants

Budgeting & Procurement

Prepares annual programming plan and budget of $100k+ to senior management for review and board/council approval
Ensures all submitted expenses are within budget and revenue projections are met for sponsorships & ticket sales
Responsible for purchasing good, equipment and services for programming and ensuring the organization is purchasing efforts result in best value for money
Responsible for pricing events and programs to ensure adequate cost recovery and participation

Risk Management

Responsible for completing risk assessment for all major programming efforts highlighting areas of risk, mitigation efforts and overall risk factor for review of senior management prior to any programs/events being booked
Ensuing all major events/programs have comprehensive Emergency Action Plans (EAP)
Training volunteers to efficiently and safely execute emergency action plan protocols at times of need
Work with partners to ensure risk is mitigated at all events (Campus Response, Safety Office, Police Services)

Required Qualifications

Education

Post-secondary degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

Several years’ experience with large scale event planning and management, with at least 2 years in a management/leadership position.
Experience successfully recruiting and managing staff or volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to be creative and engaging in event/idea generation.
Previous experience effectively booking live entertainment and negotiating contracts.
Previous experience in reaching targets set for sponsorship of events.
Several years’ experience with program assessment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated ability to relate to University student experiences is essential
Knowledge of the campus environment at the University Level and some knowledge of post-secondary education landscape.
Excellent time management
Strong problem solving skills and ability to work well under pressure
Ability to work within a budget with excellent planning skills
Ability to raise sponsorship dollars and negotiate contracts
Excellent organization skills
Excellent leadership skills
Ability to work well within a team environment
Excellent communication skills (written & oral)

Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.

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Responsibilities

The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering large-scale campus events to enhance the undergraduate student experience. This role also involves managing student volunteers, securing sponsorships, and overseeing event budgets and risk assessments.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a post-secondary degree and several years of experience in large-scale event planning, including at least two years in a leadership capacity. Strong skills in contract negotiation, volunteer management, and budget oversight are essential for this position.

Skills

Event management
Volunteer management
Budgeting
Contract negotiation
Risk management
Sponsorship
Time management
Problem solving
Leadership
Communication
Program assessment
Marketing coordination
Procurement
Emergency action planning
Relationship management

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Keywords

Event Management
Student Engagement
Volunteer Recruitment
Sponsorship
Budgeting
Procurement
Risk Assessment
Emergency Action Plan
Contract Negotiation
Program Assessment
Campus Programming
Marketing
Leadership
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Higher Education
Event Planning
Public Relations
Logistics
Vendor Management

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