Bilingual Events & Engagement Manager, Anticipatory Opportunities - Contract - 19574

Job summary

Develop and deliver an annual events calendar, managing the full event lifecycle for conferences, workshops, webinars, recognition events, and other programming. Coordinate event logistics, technology, budgets, vendors, sponsors, and stakeholder communications, then evaluate engagement and satisfaction to improve future events.

Job details

About The Opportunity We are building a talent pipeline for upcoming Bilingual Events & Engagement Manager contract opportunities with our clients in Ottawa. While there is no immediate opening at this time, we welcome expressions of interest from qualified candidates who are proactive, highly organized, and passionate about planning and delivering engaging events. Future opportunities may involve supporting a dynamic portfolio of conferences, workshops, webinars, and recognition events. Duties include but are not limited to: Develop and execute the annual events and engagement calendar in collaboration with leadership and internal teams Manage the full event lifecycle, including planning, logistics, budgets, participant experience, and post-event evaluation Coordinate in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including conferences, awards ceremonies, onboarding sessions, workshops, and webinars Oversee event technology and operations, including registration systems, webinar platforms, and audio-visual requirements Manage relationships with venues, speakers, suppliers, and vendors; oversee contracts and service delivery Support the sponsorship strategy and maintain strong relationships with sponsors and exhibitors Track event budgets, registrations, and revenue; provide regular updates to stakeholders Analyze engagement and satisfaction data to inform improvements to future programming Serve as a key liaison for internal teams, external partners, and participants to ensure clear communication and seamless execution About You The successful candidate will have the following: Degree or diploma in event management, communications, business administration, or a related field or equivalent experience 4+ years of end-to-end event planning experience, including conferences and virtual, hybrid, and in-person programming Advanced bilingual proficiency in English and French, with strong written and verbal communication skills Experience managing budgets, contracts, vendors, and sponsorships Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration skills Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent project management and prioritization skills Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, with occasional evening or weekend availability for events Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Zoom/Teams; experience with event platforms is an asset Able to obtain an enhanced security clearance About the Job Future contract opportunities are expected to offer between $33.00 and $44.00 per hour, depending on experience and the requirements of the assignment. How To Apply Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to executivesupportcontract@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19574. LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

What you’ll do

Develop and deliver an annual events calendar, managing the full event lifecycle for conferences, workshops, webinars, recognition events, and other programming. Coordinate event logistics, technology, budgets, vendors, sponsors, and stakeholder communications, then evaluate engagement and satisfaction to improve future events.

Requirements

Candidates need a degree or diploma in event management, communications, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience, and at least four years of end-to-end event planning experience. Advanced English and French proficiency, experience with budgets, contracts, vendors, and sponsorships, strong organizational and project management skills, proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Zoom or Teams, and the ability to obtain enhanced security clearance are required.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred
• Bilingual communication · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft 365 · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Event Planning
• Event Management
• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Vendor Management
• Contract Management
• Sponsorship Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Bilingual Communication
• Conference Planning
• Virtual and Hybrid Event Coordination
• Event Technology
• Data Analysis
• Microsoft 365
• Zoom and Teams

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Administrative
• Hospitality

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