North America Assistant Director - Events

Job descriptionThe LSE Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization* based in New York, invites applications for an experienced Events Manager to lead a comprehensive cultivation, stewardship, and alumni engagement events program across the United States and Canada on behalf of the London School of Economics and Political Science. This position is a key contributor to LSE Foundation’s global advancement and supporter relations strategy, with a focus on delivering high-profile engagement events that strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and volunteer leaders.Role responsibilitiesFlagship and Strategic Events• Plan, coordinate, and deliver major events across North America, including Presidential receptions, stewardship dinners, and bespoke engagements.• Partner with the Campaign Volunteer Manager to execute the North American Campaign Board’s annual program.• Collaborate with LSE colleagues in London to ensure best-practice operations.Alumni Engagement and Leadership Support• Support US-based Alumni Engagement colleagues with event logistics.• Coordinate engagements during senior leadership travel, including meetings and roundtables.• Serve as primary contact for cultivation and stewardship events in North America.Communications and Event Coordination• Manage all event communications including invitations, briefings, and vendor coordination.• Lead the North America portion of LSE’s alumni and supporter events calendar.• Produce post-event summaries and collaborate on communications content.Data, Evaluation and Administrative Support• Use data-driven objectives and evaluation for events.• Track attendance and engagement trends using the CRM system.• Oversee office-related needs and maintain event materials.Required Qualifications• Experience in event planning, coordination, and execution (higher education or non-profit preferred).• Strong project management and organizational skills.• Excellent communication skills and ease working with senior stakeholders.• Ability to work independently across time zones.• Commitment to confidentiality, service excellence, and inclusion.• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team and to work cooperatively with other staff.• Outstanding interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and experience handling highly confidential information.• Energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit are essential• Ability to travel and to work evenings to fulfil events commitments.Additional Information• Salary: US$60,000.00 - US$70,000.00 per yearThe role is hybrid, with 40% of work from LSE Foundation’s Hudson’s Yard-based office. Further programmatic work within North America is required; travel within the region and occasional travel to the UK and Latin America is expected.• Flexibility is required as duties may evolve to meet program needs.• Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranNew York, NYHybridFull Time*About LSE Foundation* LSE Foundation is based in New York and employs a staff of professionals who handle development and alumni relations for LSE in North America including the US and Canada. Classified as a 501(c)(3) organisation, LSE Foundation is designated by the IRS as a 509(a)(3) supporting organisation. LSE Foundation is an LSE subsidiary, where LSE is the sole Member. LSE Foundation receives funding for its operations from the School. About LSE The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world-renowned university and a global leader in the social sciences. With more than 245,000 alumni across over 200 countries, LSE maintains a powerful international network. Its North American alumni community is the School’s largest abroad, representing leadership across business, public policy, research, academia, and social impact. LSE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.