Company Description The Cohere Centre is Ottawa’s largest purpose-built convention and event facility, offering over 200,000 square feet of flexible exhibition and meeting space. Located next to Ottawa International Airport at 4899 Uplands Drive, the Centre hosts a wide range of events, including federal government meetings, corporate conferences, association gatherings, consumer expos, and large public shows. A full suite of in-house services supports clients from initial planning through to on-site execution, enabling seamless event experiences. Serving one of the most diverse client bases in the region, the Cohere Centre is proud to contribute to Canada’s capital as a hub for innovation, business, and world-class events. Formerly known as the EY Centre, the new name reflects Ottawa’s growing identity and international profile.

Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for an Event Coordinator located in Ottawa, ON. The Event Coordinator will be the main point of contact between the Centre's clients and the EY Centre's internal teams to ensuring seamless coordination of logistics and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include client communication, working with vendors, handling event timelines and budgets, and providing on-site support during events.



The role also includes contributing to sales efforts by promoting the facility's services and amenities to potential clients.

Responsibilities include but are not limited:

Communicating, maintaining and developing client relationships

Responsible for client requirements

Answering incoming calls

Managing & scheduling part-time and temporary staff

Responding promptly to inquires

Following up with clients

Conducting site visits

Coordinating menus, floor plans & suppliers

Preparing event orders

Liaising with the service partners

Basic marketing and social media

Preparing Reports

Supporting management in daily operation

Qualifications

Experience in Event Planning and Event Management

Solid Communication and Customer Service skills

Bilingual (FR/EN) an asset

Sales experience, including promoting and marketing services

Excellent organizational and project management abilities

Proficiency in working within deadlines and managing multiple tasks simultaneously

Familiarity with the event venue or hospitality industry is an asset

High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in event management or a related field is preferred

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