Civic and Events Officer

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a highly organised part-time Events Officer to oversee civic appointments and coordinate key Council events. The successful candidate will work closely with the Council Chair and ensure the effective delivery of promotional and marketing materials for various events. Candidates should have experience in event development and a creative mindset. The position requires flexibility, with some evening and weekend work expected. Interested applicants should refer to the job application link provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in the production of promotional material and marketing for events.
• Access to a car is desirable.
• Understanding of the Chair’s role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civic appointments and coordinate annual Civic events.
• Support organisation and delivery of key Council events.
• Create and manage promotional materials for events.

Skills

Highly organised

Creative and innovative mindset

Experience in event development

Project management skills

Knowledge of council settings

Job description

Closing date: 25 January 2026

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen within the Events Team at South Derbyshire District Council.

We are seeking a highly organised individual with a creative mindset and driven by a genuine enthusiasm for events, to join our compact yet dynamic team. In this role, you will be accountable to the Events, Arts, and Marketing Officer and will work closely with the Council Chair.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civic appointments and duties for the Chair and coordinate the annual programme of Civic events which includes the Remembrance Day Parade, Civic Reception and the Chair's Charity Dinner.
• Support the organisation, administration, and delivery of key Council events such as the Festival of Leisure, the Swadlincote annual Christmas Lights Switch and the summer Music in the Park events.
• Create promotional material and market events, and manage the production of marketing materials.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with a creative and innovative mindset.
• Experience in event development, project management, and support of events.
• Knowledge of working in a council setting or understanding of the Chair’s role.
• Experience in the production of promotional material and marketing of events.
• Access to a car is desirable.

Role is part time (22.5 hours per week). The Flexible Hours Working Scheme applies. Some evening and weekend working may be required.

Provisional Interview Date: 2 February 2025

For more details, visit https://www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/about-us/jobs-and-volunteering/jobs-and-careers and apply online.

We are looking for applicants committed to equal opportunities, diversity and good customer care to ensure our customers receive an excellent service.

Should you wish to discuss this role informally, please call the Events, Arts and Marketing Officer Sarah Warner on 07710 760424.