Overview
Senior Administrative Support and Event Coordinator Jobs in Ithaca, NY at Cornell University
About The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation
The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) enables and advances Cornell’s research priorities, including research activities of Cornell colleges, schools, research centers, institutes, and laboratories. The OVPRI advocates for researchers within the university, supports specialized research facilities and services for researchers, provides campus-wide research administrative support services, and facilitates major interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Learn more here: https://researchservices.cornell.edu/offices/ovpr
The Opportunity
Are you a highly motivated individual with a knack for exceptional administrative support and a passion for coordinating events? Do you thrive in environments that require autonomy, initiative, and a high degree of organizational skills? If so, we invite you to bring your talents to the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) at Cornell University.
As a Senior Administrative Support and Event Coordinator, you will be instrumental in providing comprehensive support to our leadership team, including the Chief Administrative Officer and three Associate Vice Provosts. This role demands a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment.
You will be the cornerstone of our leanly staffed organization, serving as the “front line” to a diverse range of inquiries from internal, external, and international communities. Your responsibilities will span from managing complex schedules and preparing for high-level meetings to orchestrating detailed travel arrangements and overseeing significant office and division-wide events.
This people-oriented position will require approachability and excellent customer service while interfacing with faculty, staff, scientists and students at Cornell University and around the world. This role also provides backup to the Executive Staff Assistant. Flexibility and a comfort with change will be required to handle multiple assignments and interruptions while managing detail-oriented tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Leadership Support:Provide proactive support, manage complex calendars, respond to inquiries, and handle highly confidential matters with discretion.
Travel and Reimbursements:Arrange comprehensive travel plans and manage reimbursements, ensuring compliance with university policies.
Event Coordination:Take charge of event planning from start to finish, ensuring each event is memorable and runs smoothly.
Reporting and Record Keeping:Assist in data organization for reporting and maintain meticulous electronic files and records.
If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact within our organization and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.
Join us at Cornell University’s OVPRI and be a part of our mission to support groundbreaking research and innovation. Apply today and help shape the future of research and events within our esteemed institution!
What We Need
All applicants must include a resume and cover letter for full consideration.
Associate’s degree with 4-6 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Experience with complex calendaring and event …
Title: Senior Administrative Support and Event Coordinator
Company: Cornell University
Location: Ithaca, NY
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