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Event Coordinator, Creative Arts​/Media

Job in Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for: Simon Fraser University
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Creative Arts/Media
    Creative Advertising / Marketing, PR / Communications
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30.67 CAD Hourly CAD 30.67 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Union/Affiliation: C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range: $30.67 hourly plus 14% in lieu of benefits SFU Department Descr:
Ceremonies and Events
Position Grade: 8
# of openings: 1
Biweekly

Hours:

70

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Ceremonies and Events Office (C&E) advances Simon Fraser University's strategic vision of engagement by producing and managing key university celebrations and milestone events including convocation and the university's high-profile presidential, institutional, advancement, alumni, ceremonial, government and partner events. Delivering approximately 70 events annually, locally, nationally and internationally, the department also ensures that ceremony and event protocols and traditions are maintained at events.

About the Role

The Event Coordinator will be providing event logistics support for a number of high-profile university events, most notably SFU's June and October Convocation ceremonies and accompanying Chancellor's Dinners.

The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, as well as experience coordinating a wide variety of events of various sizes, preferably in a post-secondary environment. In addition to having excellent people skills, this team player will bring great creativity, good humour, and enthusiasm to their role, ensuring that the Ceremonies and Events department maintains their reputation for excellence in university event production.

Qualifications

High school graduation and two years of post-secondary education or formal program equivalent, including courses or formal training in event planning, as well as in word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications and office procedures. Minimum 4 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
  • Event production and/or project management experience in an academic setting.
  • Ability to use database, word processing, and spreadsheet applications (e.g., Access, Word, Excel) at an intermediate level.
  • Ability to use presentation and desktop publishing software (e.g., Canva, Powerpoint, Publisher, Photoshop, InDesign) at an intermediate level.
  • Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
  • What We Offer

    At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

  • An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
  • After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20%
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
  • Additional Information

    The assignment end date is October 16, 2026.

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