Job Description

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%)

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