George Washington University
Assistant Vice President, Events
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Washington, DC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $105K - $177K
💻 Project Management
🗓️ December 16th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
George Washington University is hiring an Assistant Vice President, Events. This executive role leads strategic planning and management of major university events, collaborating with senior leaders and campus partners to create memorable experiences that advance institutional priorities and strengthen key relationships. The position oversees event teams, manages budgets, and ensures successful execution and analysis of high-profile events.
Highlights
- Lead strategic planning and oversight of high-level university and leadership events.
- Direct all aspects of major event programming, staffing, and creative execution.
- Manage budgets and monitor event expenses.
- Oversee teams executing Advancement and University events on and off campus.
- Collaborate with senior Advancement staff and university officials on strategic initiatives.
- Provide post-event analysis to measure success and improve future events.
- Require Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of relevant experience; Master’s preferred.
- At least 2 years of senior leadership or executive experience required.
- Preferred skills include team leadership, project management, budget proficiency, and strong communication.
- Experience with event management software and virtual platforms is beneficial.
- Compensation range: $105,123.50 - $176,607.48.
- Reports to the Associate Vice President of Engagement & Annual Giving within University Advancement.
- Requires travel to support events and university leadership as appropriate.
Assistant Vice President, Events Full Description
Assistant Vice President, Events
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary: | The Assistant Vice President, Events is a key driver behind some of GW’s high-profile and strategic events. This role brings together executive leaders, senior volunteers, distinguished alumni, and campus partners to create memorable experiences that advance the university’s mission. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Engagement & Annual Giving, you will help shape events that reflect institutional priorities, strengthen high-level relationships, and showcase GW at its best.
The Assistant Vice President, Events Will be the most senior events position at the University An executive position at the university that, in addition to leading a major function at the organization, has enterprise-wide scope and leads and manages the staff of the unit to strategically accomplish university goals
Responsibilities
Responsible for strategic planning and oversight of university events and leadership events including but not limited to those high-level events within University Advancement and the Office of the President Determines, directs, and implements all aspects of major University events including programming, staffing levels, and creative execution. Provide budget management and monitor expenses. Oversees teams responsible for executing Advancement & University events on and off campus ensuring the logistical, technical and financial operations meet university expectations for all events Collaborate with Advancement senior staff and university officials on university initiatives and strategic priorities as it relates to events. Provide post-event analysis to assess success, gather feedback and implement improvements for the future.
Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, Master’s degree, or higher, in a relevant area of study preferred. Relevant experience must include at least 2 years of senior leadership/executive level experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
Preferred Qualifications: | Ability to lead teams and build strong relationships with campus partners Expertise in managing complex projects from start to finish Experience with cross-functional collaboration to help cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and other key stakeholders Proficiency in managing large budgets Excellent verbal and written communication skills A strong ability to assess complex situations and make decisions, especially when issues arise under tight deadlines. Ability to develop innovative and engaging event concepts. Familiarity with event management software and virtual event platforms can be beneficial. Familiarity in fulfilling the expectations and staffing for high-profile events and event attendees, including Trustees, key donors and alumni leaders, as well as university senior Ability to travel to support events and university leadership as necessary and appropriate
Hiring Range | $105,123.50 - $176,607.48
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
The Assistant Vice President, Events Will be the most senior events position at the University An executive position at the university that, in addition to leading a major function at the organization, has enterprise-wide scope and leads and manages the staff of the unit to strategically accomplish university goals
Responsibilities
Responsible for strategic planning and oversight of university events and leadership events including but not limited to those high-level events within University Advancement and the Office of the President Determines, directs, and implements all aspects of major University events including programming, staffing levels, and creative execution. Provide budget management and monitor expenses. Oversees teams responsible for executing Advancement & University events on and off campus ensuring the logistical, technical and financial operations meet university expectations for all events Collaborate with Advancement senior staff and university officials on university initiatives and strategic priorities as it relates to events. Provide post-event analysis to assess success, gather feedback and implement improvements for the future.
Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications: | Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 10 years of relevant professional experience, Master’s degree, or higher, in a relevant area of study preferred. Relevant experience must include at least 2 years of senior leadership/executive level experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
Preferred Qualifications: | Ability to lead teams and build strong relationships with campus partners Expertise in managing complex projects from start to finish Experience with cross-functional collaboration to help cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and other key stakeholders Proficiency in managing large budgets Excellent verbal and written communication skills A strong ability to assess complex situations and make decisions, especially when issues arise under tight deadlines. Ability to develop innovative and engaging event concepts. Familiarity with event management software and virtual event platforms can be beneficial. Familiarity in fulfilling the expectations and staffing for high-profile events and event attendees, including Trustees, key donors and alumni leaders, as well as university senior Ability to travel to support events and university leadership as necessary and appropriate
Hiring Range | $105,123.50 - $176,607.48
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: | University Advancement
Family | Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family | Events
Stream | Executive
Level | Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday-Friday,8:00am-5pm, some occasional weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | Hybrid
Telework: | Yes
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? | Yes (University Wide)
Posting Number: | S013952
Job Open Date: | 12/11/2025
Job Close Date: | 12/15/2025
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
College/School/Department: | University Advancement
Family | Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family | Events
Stream | Executive
Level | Level 1
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday-Friday,8:00am-5pm, some occasional weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | Hybrid
Telework: | Yes
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? | Yes (University Wide)
Posting Number: | S013952
Job Open Date: | 12/11/2025
Job Close Date: | 12/15/2025
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement: | The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you currently work at GW?
- yes
- no
- * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
- * What is your expected salary range?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Fax: 202-994-9680
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