Junior Special Events Manager - FIU Downtown On Brickell

Job Summary The Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) at FIU, a partnership between the Florida SBDC Network and Florida International University, offers at no cost a team of business consultants who work with entrepreneurs and business owners in Miami‑Dade and Monroe Counties to help them grow and succeed. FSBDC at FIU also organizes workshops, seminars, networking events and other community events. The Junior Special Events Manager is responsible for overseeing training and outreach activities related to programs under the center. Responsibilities Schedule, plan and execute community trainings and webinars, including relevant event close outs and reporting. Assist center leadership with preparation of an annual marketing and outreach plan in support of center deliverables, community needs, and contractual goals. Monitor and report on training event performance and make recommendations to improve training quality, program attendance, and attendee survey ratings. Support the streamlining of training/outreach strategies for the center and its community partners, identify commonalities, and develop a set of common protocols. Work with center consultants to collaborate on existing and new workshops that address the needs of the program and the community. Apply strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication, problem‑solving, and listening skills. Use Salesforce and Blackthorne software to create, process, and record each training event file in accordance with required policies and procedures. Utilize media platforms, such as Canva and/or Adobe, to create event materials and flyers that follow FIU and Florida SBDC Network branding policies and procedures. Network effectively with prospective clients, small businesses, and economic‑development partners and stakeholders. Travel throughout Miami‑Dade County and the Florida Keys as necessary. Regularly work evenings attending meetings and off‑site events. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; OR high school degree and four (4) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Desired Qualifications Experience in hospitality and event management. Public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in a professional manner. Bilingual preferred. Job Category Administrative Advertised Salary $40,000 - $45,000 Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check Other Information Ability to travel locally and nationally. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University. This position is funded by an external funding source (e.g., a grant or contract). 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