Event Manager

Organization: Chandigarh University

Location: Lucknow Campus, Uttar Pradesh

Role OverviewChandigarh University is looking for an experienced and dynamic Assistant Director – CEMD to lead the planning, management and execution of university-level events and media-related activities. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in higher education, excellent leadership capabilities, and expertise in managing large-scale campus events, hospitality, guest relations, logistics and event operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute university events, including cultural festivals, convocations, conferences, seminars, VIP visits and institutional celebrations.
• Lead the end-to-end event lifecycle, from concept development and proposal preparation to execution and post-event evaluation.
• Manage event budgets, approvals, vendor negotiations, procurement and expense settlements.
• Oversee hospitality, protocol, travel and accommodation arrangements for dignitaries, celebrities, performers and other VIP guests.
• Lead and mentor the events team, ensuring effective delegation, coordination and timely execution.
• Coordinate with internal departments, including Administration, Security, Hospitality, Travel & Logistics, Creative & Branding, and Media.
• Ensure high-quality event production, stage management, technical arrangements, branding, scripting and on-ground operations.
• Establish standard operating procedures, approval mechanisms, event documentation and post-event feedback systems.
• Monitor event performance, budgets, audience engagement and service quality, implementing improvements where required.

Eligibility & Experience

• Experience: 12–15+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably in university-level event management.
• Education: Master's degree in Event Management, Hospitality Management, Business Administration or a related discipline preferred.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale institutional events and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, vendor management, guest hospitality, logistics and event production.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority events under tight timelines.

Preferred Candidate ProfileCandidates currently working as Assistant Director, Deputy Director, Senior Manager, Head of Events or equivalent leadership positions in universities or higher education institutions will be preferred.

How to ApplyInterested candidates may share their updated CV at garima.hrd@culko.in