Temporary Events Planner (AR2) - Conventions, Conferences & Travel Department...
British Columbia Government and Service Employees' Union • burnaby, Canada
Role Description
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
Convention & Travel Activities- 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...