Community Events Lead

Job Summary:

We are looking for a program leader to organize community education events and activities for the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research. You will be tasked with planning and implementing multiple community programs to support the organization's strategic direction, as well as managing long-term goals for the Ludeman Center's community initiatives. You will be responsible for developing creative and engaging events, developing budgets and operating plans, and assisting with writing funding proposals and impact reports for community programs. You will be tasked with day-to-day coordination, support, execution, and evaluation of community events and endeavors at the Ludeman Center, and working collaboratively with speakers, researchers, faculty, community advisors, vendors, and team members of the Ludeman Center to implement programs. In order to be successful in this role, you will need to have prior experience in event and program development, management, and execution, and donor relations.

Key Responsibilities:

Programmatic duties (80%) include but are not limited to:

• Facilitating the development and execution of community events including: Annual Community Event (VIP reception, 800-person luncheon), Let's Talk: Conversations about Women's Health (4/year), Youth Career Day (1-2/year), National Conference - Community Session (every other year), various Community and Corporate Education sessions (6-12/year), and an Annual Women's Health Symposium.

  • Organizing community events in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.

  • Creating and managing long-term community program goals.

  • Developing marketing and communication strategies, as well as content for dissemination, for community events in partnership with Communications Program Manager and Deputy Director (e.g., website, social media, video, press releases, newsletter, etc.).

  • Identifying, researching, and stewarding speakers for events.

  • Ensuring follow-through and recognition on commitments to community event supporters and donors.

  • Developing and executing community event collateral and securing materials for events.

  • Coordinating logistics, materials, and services for community events, including coordinating activities with the Ludeman Center Program Assistant.

  • Vendor management, including contract negotiation, management of vendor relationships, and oversight to ensure completion of activities/deliverables.

  • Developing and executing an evaluation method to assess community program event strengths and identify areas for improvement.

  • Leading a team of peers and volunteers with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities to accomplish community event goals.

  • Supporting the Director and Deputy Director in preparing for community events.

  • Ensuring goals are met in areas including speaker, participant, and donor satisfaction, safety, quality, and team performance.

  • Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure event goals are achieved.

  • Coordinate with the Ludeman Center Program Assistant to produce accurate and timely reporting of event metrics status throughout its life cycle.

  • Analyzing community event risks.

• Collaborating with campus partners to identify mission alignment and programmatic opportunities, e.g., UCHealth, Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, Office of Advancement.

• Meeting with leadership, team members, and other stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding program issues and decisions.

• Seeking best practices in program management, operations, and event planning.

• Leading new events/programs as assigned, such as hosting visiting professors, outside organization conferences, or student groups.

• Provide strategic analysis as a subject matter expert and lead projects as assigned: expanding Youth Career Day; developing corporate and community talk programs; growing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs; and other projects.

Operational, Financial, and Administrative duties (10%) include but are not limited to:

• Developing the budget, forecasting, and operating plans for community events.

• Serving as the community event archivist.

Fundraising duties (10%) include but are not limited to:

• Contributing to grant/donor proposals, impact reports, presentations, and analysis for community event initiatives to support the delivery of Ludeman Center operations and programs.

• Supporting stewardship processes within the Ludeman Center for donors, advisory groups, speakers, and strategic partnerships, and Advisory Board committees, including: agenda/speaker ideas, notes, meeting preparation, member recruitment, and other support as assigned.

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed: it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add, delete, or modify duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of three (3) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invests in and conducts groundbreaking research in women's health and sex differences with a current focus on cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and the intersection of physical and mental health. Given that research on women's health was largely not included in studies until the 1990s and has historically been underfunded, the Ludeman Center is dedicated to funding the next generation of scientists focused on women's health and sex differences research. In addition, we are committed to mentoring and training young scientists while educating the community and health care providers about findings in the field.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in business, public administration, public health, accounting, finance, business administration, communications, liberal arts, business social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• At least three (3) years direct responsibility for leading events, meetings and convenings; event planning; donor relations; and faculty and/or speaker presentation coordination.

  • Substitution: A combination of education and experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business, public administration, public health, accounting, finance, business administration, communications, business social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• Experience working in an academic medical center and/or non-profit.

• Four (4) years of experience in donor management or community advisory boards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Passionate and skilled in finding creative solutions and ideas to solve problems and delight audiences.

• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, accepted theories, practices, and principles of general management and administration.

• Ability to evaluate, analyze, and interpret data, recommend solutions, and implement the preferred course of action.

• Proven interpersonal and organizational skills, and ability to solve problems and multitask.

• Proven project management skills and ability to maintain a cooperative, supportive, and productive relationship with other members of the Ludeman Center staff, clients, partners, and university employees.

• Proven communication skills, both oral and written.

• Actively seeks and is receptive to feedback; willing to learn and willing to undertake personal growth and change; embraces continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated professionalism, a strong work ethic, commitment to high standards, integrity, stability, a discriminating judgment, and accountability.

• Ability to meet multiple concurrent deadlines with continuously changing priorities.

• Strong computer and technology skills; proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Devin Lynn, devin.lynn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 4, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $65,305-$83,068

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

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CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.