We are looking to hire an Events Manager to deliver a range of events throughout the academic year 2023/24. This will include book launches, Education & Society Dialogues, and other panel discussion events.
You will be responsible for the logistics and general management of the events, which will require liaising with various teams from across King’s (eg catering, AV, venues), with the aim of ensuring a smooth event attendee experience. You will also work closely with the School Communications Officer to maximise event attendance.
Responsibilities:
- Liaising with King’s Venues to secure spaces and reviewing the booking contracts.
- Liaising with King’s AV for audio and video requirements.
- Agreeing and ordering catering through King’s Venues.
- Drafting the website and Eventbrite listing.
- Hiring and briefing student ambassadors.
- Creating slidedecks for use at the event.
- Preparing sign-in sheets, and liaising with King’s Security team with regard to registration list.
- Emailing attendees the details of the event and an evaluation form post-event, and analysing the results.
- Attending the event, briefing speakers, liaising with catering and AV.
- Carrying out risk assessments.
QualificationsNA
SkillsIdeally you will be a confident self-starter, able to work independently and to effectively liaise with other departments. You will also need to be comfortable working with senior managers.
- Significant experience of events planning and administration (must have organised three events or more).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with the proven ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proven time management and organisational skills.
- A proven ability to use initiative and work well under pressure.
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