Conference & Events Supervisor
Full-Time Administration – 12-month contract
Reporting to the Director, Ancillary Revenue & Business Development, and as part of the Campus Sales & Services team, the Conference & Events Supervisor provides leadership and professional expertise in the planning and execution of high-profile, corporate, and revenue-generating events.
The Conference & Events Supervisor manages the Corporate Events portfolio, with oversight of event logistics, client relations, and the work of internal support and student staff. The role also contributes to enhancing Nipissing University’s reputation as an event destination and supports growth in external partnerships and revenue opportunities.
The Supervisor works collaboratively with campus partners, community organizations, and suppliers to deliver high-quality events aligned with Nipissing’s strategic priorities. The Supervisor also provides event leadership and consultation to colleagues planning University-related functions. Serving as the primary contact for external clients, the Supervisor ensures seamless event delivery, establishes contingency plans, and maintains consistent service standards. Flexibility in work hours, including evenings and weekends, is required based on event schedules and departmental needs.
The successful candidate will hold a university degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Marketing, Hospitality, Event Planning, or Communications) and a minimum of three to five years of experience in sales or event-related roles, including at least two years in a management position overseeing staff. The successful candidate must have a valid Class G driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle during work hours. A Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check will be required as a condition of employment (i.e., the individual must not have been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has not been granted).
Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., October 31, 2025.
Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
