Sr. Executive Events

Job Description: Senior Executive – Events

Organization: Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab
Department: Events / Central Event Management Division (CEMD)
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Chandigarh University is seeking a proactive and well-organized Senior Executive – Events to plan, coordinate, and execute university events, conferences, cultural programmes, seminars, workshops, and official functions. The candidate will be responsible for event logistics, vendor coordination, team management, and ensuring the smooth execution of events in accordance with university standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute university events, conferences, seminars, workshops, cultural programmes, and official ceremonies.
• Coordinate with internal departments, faculty members, students, vendors, and external agencies for event requirements.
• Manage event logistics, including venue booking, stage setup, sound, lighting, seating, branding, and hospitality arrangements.
• Prepare event schedules, checklists, budgets, and execution plans.
• Supervise event setup, rehearsals, on-site arrangements, and post-event activities.
• Coordinate with vendors for quotations, procurement, payments, and timely delivery of services.
• Ensure proper arrangements for VIPs, guests, dignitaries, and speakers.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, Mass Communication, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in event planning, coordination, and execution; experience in a university or large institutional setup will be preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple events, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person