Description
Communication and Events Specialist - London - Initial 6 Month Contract - Up to £350 per day.
Responsibilites:
*Plan, design and produce events while managing all project delivery elements within agreed time limits
*Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to identify their needs and to ensure that their requirements are fully considered
*Provide feedback and periodic reports to stakeholders
*Organise facilities and manage all event's details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
*Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
*Promote and publicise events through all available channels.
*Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day
*Conduct pre- and post - event evaluations and report on outcomes
Core Competencies:
* Excellent communicator with superb verbal and written skills
* Previous experience in managing large internal/external events from start to finish
* Creative and strategic thinker with an innovative mind and a "can do" attitude, able to roll up sleeves and deliver results
* Ability to manage multiple initiatives across a complex business and within this context maintain relationships across all levels of the organisation and manage multiple stakeholders.
* Work in an inclusive manner, team orientated and willing to support others to achieve their goals in line with CGI's values.
* Strong project management skills
* Good influencing and negotiation skills
* Ability to multi-task and work effectively on several projects at any one time, working under pressure and to tight deadlines
* MS Office proficiency
* Willing to travel across the UK and on occasion, work unsociable hours
Communication and Events Specialist - London - Initial 6 Month Contract - Up to £350 per day.