We are looking for an Events Officer to provide event support, administration and membership management. You will work closely with colleagues in a small, friendly and busy team, and you must be flexible, adaptable, able to prioritise your own workload and be willing to learn new things. There will be a requirement for travel for our UK events and conferences.
Key role duties
- Managing the administration of events setup and logistics, the preparation and distribution of events materials.
- Managing a range of conferences and events, including face-to-face conferences and dinner, along with webinars.
- Supporting UCISA Corporate members and securing sponsorship for UCISA activity
- Liaising with venues and speakers and managing onsite registration.
- The design and distribution of post-event surveys.
- Providing organisational and event support to UCISA Special Interest Groups and communities
The skills and experience you need
- Previous experience of organising a variety of events/exhibitions
- Degree level or equivalent experience
- Good IT skills including Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the use of online purchasing tools) are required
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure when deadlines need to be met
- The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- A strong eye for detail
The role is permanent and full-time, Oxford based, hybrid, mainly from home. There will be a requirement to attend our office site at Ruskin College, Dunstan Road, Headington, Oxford at least 2-4 times per month in addition to travel to support UCISA events and conferences.
Full job description
The salary for this role is £26,941-£30,942 per year (depending on experience)
To apply for this role, please email your CV to: jo.cairns@sereniti.co.uk by 4pm, Friday 27th September 2024
Interviews will take place on Monday 7th October, to be in person at the UCISA office in Headington Oxford and will include a relevant skills test. Virtual interviews will be considered on candidate request.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Summary of Terms and Conditions Contract: Permanent Full time, Oxford based, hybrid and mainly home based
Hours per week: 37.5, Monday-Friday with some flexibility to support on-line and face-to-face events
Salary: £26,941-£30,942 per year (depending on candidate experience and skill set)
Leave: 30 days annual leave & 8 Bank Holidays
Pension: Defined Contribution scheme (6.7% employer contribution, voluntary employee contribution 0-6.7%)