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Event Manager

Job Description

A Client within the Public Sector is currently recruiting for a Senior Events Officer to join their Events Procurement Framework team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, temporary position and the ideal candidate will have strong project management experience and experience of contract event services ideally in a public sector setting.

The main purpose of the role is manage and co-ordinate a programme of Events, campaigns, initiatives and other activities in line with stakeholders objectives.

The main responsibilities of the role:

  • Project manage specific projects and initiatives, working with colleagues across the Authorities group and organisation
  • Contribute to the development of a wider programme of events and cultural campaigns, and other community initiatives in London, in line with the Cultural Strategy and community engagement policy and priorities.
  • Work closely with Events Manager, Stakeholders Advisers and policy teams to develop, plan and deliver the Authorities programme of events/initiatives/exhibitions - statutory, cultural and community

Requirements:

  • Significant experience in successfully managing the planning, delivery and stakeholder management of large public events, campaigns and initiatives.
  • Experience of using IT systems to aid project management
  • Experience working within the public sector
  • Outdoor events experience
  • Organised, flexible, respond quickly, understand planning process' in place
  • Experience in procurements

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering between £27.50 - £28.50 p/hour Umbrella Ltd (approx. £675- £695 p/week NET after deductions) dependant on experience and qualifications. So if this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up to date CV to james.glover@servicecare.org.uk or call James at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967
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