Description
*Events Coordinator with high profile event delivery experience required for exciting new opportunity for a key public sector client based in Glasgow*
Role Profile
To manage the delivery of a large scale events programme which incorporates a series of eight events and will be delivered in partnership with a number of other key organisations. The post holder will identify opportunities, plan and deliver high quality events and connected activity, ensuring clear alignment and integration with wider objectives.
Essential
- Significant experience in developing and delivering high profile and impactful events
- Strong experience of project management
- Experience of delivering and supporting the development of comprehensive materials for events that are appropriate to target market and using appropriate/effective channels
- Demonstrable experience of budget management, ensuring events and associated projects are consistently delivered on time and within budget
- Demonstrable experience of managing and overseeing the work of agencies, event management companies, venues and other suppliers
- Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering events in a complex environment, within a wider marketing and communications programme
- Experienced in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with an ability to persuade and influence at all levels, both internally and externally
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Personal Attributes
- Strong organisational and planning skills with an ability to prioritise conflicting workload to strict deadlines - with a proactive approach to work
- Creative, with the personality and determination to work with other individuals and teams to secure the implementation of objectives
- The ability to enthuse others with energy, initiative, creativity and imagination
- Able to take on challenges whilst maintaining effectiveness and a positive demeanour
- Willingness to set high standards and maintain them
- Excellent attention to detail (including proof reading)
- First class management, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong self-motivation and a high degree of self-management
- A highly effective team player who is consultative and collaborative by nature but assertive and driven by results, with proven experience of working effectively within a team
Desirable
- Experience of or interest in the digital technology sector
- Experience of working within the public sector.
- Experience of event marketing, including through social media
- Highly developed networking capabilities and relationship building skills
- Experience of working in an organisation at national level, with an understanding of regional/local needs
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