Commerce Night’s Logistics Associate(s) will assist the VP Logistics with executing the logistical aspects of the Awards Night Gala.

Time Commitment

First semester: 4-6 hours/week
Second semester (prior to Commerce Night): 8-10 hours/week

Term of Employment

October 2026 - March 2027

Main Responsibilities

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Assist Commerce Night’s VP Logistics with the following:

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Coordinating speakers, entertainment, and performances for Commerce Night gala

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Creating a detailed rundown for the itinerary of Commerce Night, and ensure that it is adhered to on the day of

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Liaising with vendors and the venue’s catering and bar services for the gala

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Coordinating seating arrangements and extending invitations to all guests

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Coordinating the printing of award certificates and plaques

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Supporting vendor coordination for the event within Term 1

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Associates are also expected to:

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Attend all Commerce Night GMs and department meetings

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Respond to all Slack communications within 24 hours

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Take ownership of assigned tasks and meet set internal deadlines

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Provide ideas and support for the overall vision and planning of the Commerce Night gala

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Assist with the overall planning and execution of the Group & Individual Awards Information Session and the Awards Night Gala alongside the team

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Participate in Commerce Night boothing activities to promote awards

Qualifications

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Intrinsically motivated

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Strong verbal and written communication skills

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Strong problem solving and time management skills

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Great attention to detail





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Creative and resourceful thinker who can develop creative solutions

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Previous event planning experience will be considered an asset

Anticipated Learning Outcomes

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Gain hands-on experience working with vendors, entertainment, catering, and other external partners

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Experience in decision making and event coordination for a large-scale event with 400+ attendees

Submit the following information on Lever:

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A one-page resume outlining your most relevant experiences

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A cover letter describing:

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Why do you want to be involved in the CUS Commerce Night?

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Why do you think you would be an excellent candidate

for the position?

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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.

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📌 Commerce Night Logistics Associate (Vancouver)
🏢 Important Group
📍 Vancouver