Date Posted: 10/14/2026 Req ID: 50548
Faculty/Division: Office of the President
Bicentennial Secretariat
Under the overall direction of the Bicentennial Chair, Senior Advisor to the President, and Chief of Protocol, and reporting to the Director of Operations, Bicentennial Secretariat, the Engagement and Events Planner is responsible for the successful development and execution of University-wide engagement programs related to the University’s Bicentennial.
The incumbent will oversee the planning and delivery of Bicentennial events and initiatives, including but not limited to: the co-branding of Divisional, Faculty, and Departmental celebrations with the Bicentennial program; Bicentennial Secretariat–initiated events and town halls; and additional initiatives or events arising from the Bicentennial committees.
The incumbent promotes a positive and collaborative organizational culture and plays a lead role in the creation and implementation of institutional engagement initiatives. The position further involves coordinating various special projects, including tracking documentation and activities, creating project milestones and timelines, monitoring progress, escalating issues as required, and managing event budgets.



The incumbent organizes project meetings, prepares records and follow-ups, and ensures effective communication across stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong project management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate in a complex environment with a high degree of discretion, sensitivity, and responsiveness.
Bachelor’s degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Proven successful project management experience and experience conducting research.
Experience with event management.
Solid writing and editorial skills.
Demonstrated experience using data to develop engagement strategies.
Computer skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience designing promotional materials, such as invitations and posters.
Working knowledge of design software (e.g. In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator; Project management software.
Strong customer service orientation.
Ability to work with extremely confidential and sensitive material.
Aility to react to brief instructions in relation to sensitive matters.
Schedule: Full-Time
Administrative / Managerial

📌 Events Manager (full time) (Toronto)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Toronto