Engagement and Events Executive

Kent Students' Union; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A student-led organization in Canterbury is seeking an Events Co-ordinator to re-launch the Give it a Go programme, delivering engaging events for students at the University of Kent. The ideal candidate will have strong event planning skills, creativity, and a proactive approach. This full-time position requires adaptability to various working hours including evenings and weekends. Competitive salary of £27,263 per annum offered.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Vibrant student-led culture

Qualifications

• Innovative and creative experience in delivering events.
• Proactive and able to work independently.
• Confident in cross-department collaboration.
• Adaptable with weekend and evening availability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate events for the GIAG programme.
• Work independently and proactively in event planning.
• Collaborate with departments to promote Kent.
• Adapt to various working hours for events.

Skills

Event planning

Creativity

Collaboration

Proactivity

Job description

Position

Events Co‑ordinator at Kent Students’ Union Trading Ltd (KUTL), the commercial arm of Kent Students’ Union.

Overview

Re‑launching the Give it a Go (GIAG) programme, which offers one‑off events and activities designed to help our diverse student body build connections and feel settled. GIAG is open to all students at the University of Kent, providing a variety of activities—from craft sessions, sports, and trips off campus—to help students make connections, develop skills, and feel belonging.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate events for the GIAG programme and university open days.
• Work independently and proactively, applying innovative and creative approaches to event planning.
• Collaborate across departments to showcase why students should choose Kent.
• Adapt to weekend and evening working hours as necessary for open days and other events.

Qualifications

• Innovative, creative, and experienced in delivering events.
• Proactive, able to work independently.
• Confident in collaborating across departments.
• Adaptable and flexible with working hours, including weekends and evenings.

Benefits

• Salary: £27,263 per annum.
• Full‑time hours: 35 hours per week.
• Annual leave: 34 days (full‑time equivalent).

We are a vibrant, student‑led organisation with an exciting future ahead. After a challenging few years, we are growing from strength to strength with renewed focus and energy, working to amplify the voice of our members and ensure they have a fantastic student experience.