Ebor Lectures Series Administrative Event Lead (136-25)

York St John University; York; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected higher education institution in York is looking for a part-time Administrative Event Lead. This role involves leading the planning and administration of the Ebor Lecture Series. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and communication skills, and have relevant experience in event management. The role is fixed term for one year, requiring flexible work one day a week and attendance at evening events several times a year.

Qualifications

• Highly organised individual with a good standard of education.
• Proven experience leading on event organisation and administrative tasks.
• Experience working with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead on organisation, planning, and administration of the Ebor Lecture Series Events.
• Attend evening events on campus 2-3 times a year.
• Work flexibly one day a week for fixed term of one year.

Skills

Excellent computer literacy

Strong written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Part time fixed term

Location: York

Salary: 27,319 to 29,588 per annum (5,463 to 5,917 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The role and the Ebor Lectures

The Administrative Event Lead role will be based in the School of Humanities leading on organisation, planning and administration of the Ebor Lecture Series Events.

The Ebor Lectures in Theology and Public life were established in 2006 in York, UK to promote conversation across a diversity of religious beliefs and issues of public concern.

The Ebor lectures are offered free of charge to the general public providing a space where experts and practitioners from a range of communities, such as educational institutions, public interest groups, religious movements, charitable and political organisations can share knowledge and provoke reflection contributing to creative personal and collective decision making for the benefit of society. Speakers have included archbishops, cabinet ministers, social activists, journalists, astronomers, peace-workers, authors and many others. The Ebor lectures are an ecumenical project jointly sponsored and organised by:

• York Minster
• York St John University
• Methodist Church (Yorkshire North and East District)
• The C & JB Morrell Trust
• York Area Society of Friends (Quakers)

It is envisaged that this role would be offered on a one day a week basis, fixed term for one year. The one day a week can be worked flexibly. The successful candidate must be able attend the evening events on campus 2-3 times a year.

Required skills and experience

The post holder should be a highly organised individual with a good standard of education, excellent computer literacy and proven experience of leading on event organisation and admin tasks. The post holder should also be able to demonstrate experience of working with a variety of stakeholders as well as having strong written and verbal communication skills and with meticulous attention to detail and forward planning. For more information please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Additional Information

For informal conversations about the role please contact Kate Chapman, School Operations Manager on [e-mail]

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview of approx. 30minutes to be conducted on Microsoft Teams w/c 13th October 2025. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Closing Date: 15 Sep 2025

Category: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)