Events & Service Coordinator - DMZ

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.

The Team

The DMZ is a world-leading startup incubator equipping the next generation of tech entrepreneurs with the tools needed to build, launch, and scale highly impactful startups. By providing connections to customers, coaching, capital, and a community, the DMZ’s customized approach helps innovators reach the next milestone in their entrepreneurial journey – whatever that might be. Through its award-winning programming, the DMZ has helped more than 700 startups raise $1.67 billion in capital and create 4,600+ jobs. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada with globally-accessible programming, the DMZ has a widely-recognized international presence with offices in Vietnam and India, and partnerships across North America, Latin America, Africa and Asia.

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The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a well organized Events and Services Coordinator to coordinate the planning, implementation, and logistical support for all functions, services and amenity offerings, special events and programs hosted at the DMZ, while providing high-level customer service to all internal and external stakeholders. You will also provide service support in all day-to-day operations of the DMZ.  

**Please note, this role requires the successful candidate to be onsite 5 days a week**
 

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary diploma program in Hospitality and Tourism, Event Management, Communications, Marketing and Public Relations or a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience coordinating small, medium and large events, preferably in the education, corporate, not-for-profit or public sectors, where there is inter-departmental systems and relationships.   An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Excellent computer skills using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as experience using social media platforms to promote DMZ initiatives.

• Strong attention to detail, ability to organize, manage time effectively and multitask.

• Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills required to maintain budgets, coordinate pre-event planning, oversee event logistics, complete post event activities and to prioritize various assigned tasks to meet established deadlines.

• Strong oral and written communications skills.

• Familiarity with visual building inspection and facilities maintenance.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy, to ensure efficient and effective support for entrepreneurs and other members of the DMZ and Ryerson communities.

• Demonstrated commitment to client service specifically for entrepreneurs, students, staff, faculty and external clients.

Additional Information

We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.