Temporary Events Planner (AR2) - Conventions, Conferences & Travel Department...

Temporary Events Planner (AR2) – Conventions, Conferences & Travel Department – BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU)

Job ID: P0001

Term: 6‑month temporary position (located at Burnaby office)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate all aspects of BCGEU conferences and events, ranging in size from small meetings of approximately 25 participants to large‑scale conferences with thousands of attendees.
• Coordinate with internal (other union departments) and external partners, vendors and service providers.
• Coordinate assigned activities within the Conventions & Travel department.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with hotels, venues, and third‑party vendors.
• Prepare, monitor, and reconcile budgets for conferences and events.
• Review and authorize leaves of absence, travel advances, and expense claims for members and staff.
• Review and sub...