Commerce Night’s Logistics Associate(s) will assist the VP Logistics with executing the logistical aspects of the Awards Night Gala.
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Time CommitmentFirst semester: 4-6 hours/week
Second semester (prior to Commerce Night): 8-10 hours/week
Term of EmploymentOctober 2026 - March 2027
Main Responsibilities
- Assist Commerce Night’s VP Logistics with the following:
- Coordinating speakers, entertainment, and performances for Commerce Night gala
- Creating a detailed rundown for the itinerary of Commerce Night, and ensure that it is adhered to on the day of
- Liaising with vendors and the venue’s catering and bar services for the gala
- Coordinating seating arrangements and extending invitations to all guests
- Coordinating the printing of award certificates and plaques
- Supporting vendor coordination for the event within Term 1
- Associates are also expected to:
- Attend all Commerce Night GMs and department meetings
- Respond to all Slack communications within 24 hours
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and meet set internal deadlines
- Provide ideas and support for the overall vision and planning of the Commerce Night gala
- Assist with the overall planning and execution of the Group & Individual Awards Information Session and the Awards Night Gala alongside the team
- Participate in Commerce Night boothing activities to promote awards
Qualifications
- Intrinsically motivated
- Robust verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem solving and time management skills
- Great attention to detail
- Creative and resourceful thinker who can develop innovative solutions
- Previous event planning experience will be considered an asset
Anticipated Learning Outcomes
- Gain hands-on experience working with vendors, entertainment, catering, and other external partners
- Experience in decision making and event coordination for a large-scale event with 400+ attendees
nSubmit the following information on Lever:
- A one-page resume outlining your most relevant experiences
- A cover letter describing:
- Why do you want to be involved in the CUS Commerce Night?
- Why do you think you would be an excellent candidate
for the position?
- What new element would you bring to Commerce Night, and how would you make it happen?
Applications are due September 23 at 11:59 PM. Save your resume with the naming convention "FirstNameLastName_LogisticsAssociate”. Please contact the Chairs, Annabelle Young & Lily Wang, at
[email protected] and
[email protected], if you have any additional questions or concerns.
📌 Commerce Night Logistics Associate (Vancouver)
🏢 The CUS
📍 Vancouver