Events and Engagement Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Catford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks an Events and Engagement Officer for a 6-month contract with a Local Authority in Catford. You will plan and deliver high-profile civic events and community engagement activities, working with elected Members, councils and partners to ensure inclusive, well-run programmes.

Your role requires strong event management skills, the ability to manage budgets and stakeholder relationships, and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

Qualifications

• Significant experience planning and delivering public, community, civic or stakeholder events.
• Proven experience engaging diverse communities in participation activities.
• Experience working with public-sector partners, elected representatives, suppliers and venues.
• Experience developing event plans, risk assessments, schedules, briefings and contingency arrangements.
• Strong knowledge of event management logistics, accessibility, health & safety and evaluation.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in public events and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver high-profile public engagement events across the borough.
• Organise community conversations, public Q&A sessions, workshops, pop-up events and engagement activities at festivals.
• Develop event plans covering venues, logistics, accessibility, staffing, communications, budgets and risk management.
• Work with elected Members, senior officers, Communications teams and other departments to coordinate event arrangements.
• Ensure events encourage participation from a wide range of residents, including underrepresented communities.
• Capture, analyse and report resident feedback, actions and outcomes.
• Plan and deliver civic and ceremonial events, including cultural, commemorative and faith occasions.
• Provide event support to civic office-holders, including invitations, guest management, briefings and stakeholder liaison.
• Advise colleagues and event participants on civic protocols and appropriate procedures.
• Coordinate engagement activities such as exhibitions, roadshows, workshops, drop-in sessions and community events.
• Support wider corporate engagement and consultation priorities.
• Manage event budgets, monitor expenditure and ensure value for money.
• Source and coordinate venues, suppliers, contractors, equipment and other event resources.
• Prepare risk assessments, schedules, accessibility plans, safeguarding arrangements and contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, equality, safeguarding, data protection and licensing requirements.
• Build strong relationships with community organisations, voluntary groups, public-sector partners and local stakeholders.
• Work with Communications teams to promote events and encourage community participation.
• Prepare reports, briefings, correspondence and event evaluation summaries.
• Represent the organisation professionally at meetings and events, including outside normal working hours.

Skills

Event planning

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk assessment

Public sector experience

Tools

MS Office

Event management software

Job description

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

6 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

As an Events and Engagement Officer, you will plan and deliver high-profile civic events and community engagement activities, creating opportunities for residents to participate in local decision-making. You will manage events, build relationships with stakeholders and ensure activities are inclusive, accessible and professionally delivered.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Plan, coordinate and deliver high-profile public engagement events across the borough.

Organise community conversations, public Q&A sessions, workshops, pop-up events and engagement activities at festivals.

Develop event plans covering venues, logistics, accessibility, staffing, communications, budgets and risk management.

Work with elected Members, senior officers, Communications teams and other departments to coordinate event arrangements.

Ensure events encourage participation from a wide range of residents, including underrepresented communities.

Capture, analyse and report resident feedback, actions and outcomes.

Plan and deliver civic and ceremonial events, including cultural, commemorative and faith occasions.

Provide event support to civic office-holders, including invitations, guest management, briefings and stakeholder liaison.

Advise colleagues and event participants on civic protocols and appropriate procedures.

Coordinate engagement activities such as exhibitions, roadshows, workshops, drop-in sessions and community events.

Support wider corporate engagement and consultation priorities.

Manage event budgets, monitor expenditure and ensure value for money.

Source and coordinate venues, suppliers, contractors, equipment and other event resources.

Prepare risk assessments, schedules, accessibility plans, safeguarding arrangements and contingency plans.

Ensure compliance with health and safety, equality, safeguarding, data protection and licensing requirements.

Build strong relationships with community organisations, voluntary groups, public-sector partners and local stakeholders.

Work with Communications teams to promote events and encourage community participation.

Prepare reports, briefings, correspondence and event evaluation summaries.

Represent the organisation professionally at meetings and events, including outside normal working hours.

Essential Experience Required

Significant experience planning and delivering public, community, civic or stakeholder events.

Proven experience delivering community engagement activities with diverse audiences.

Experience working with community organisations, public-sector partners, elected representatives, suppliers and venues.

Experience developing event plans, risk assessments, schedules, briefings and contingency arrangements.

Strong knowledge of event management, including logistics, accessibility, health and safety and evaluation.

Understanding of community engagement and consultation methods.

Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion in public events and community engagement.

Awareness of civic protocols, local government and the political environment.

Strong project management and organisational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage stakeholders and build effective working relationships.

Experience managing event budgets and coordinating external suppliers is desirable.

Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

Strong judgement, diplomacy and problem-solving skills.

Ability to capture, organise and analyse feedback and engagement outcomes.

Confident using standard IT and office software.

Excellent literacy and numeracy skills.

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive community participation.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

Additional Information to Note

Contract Duration: 6 months.

Working Hours: 35 hours per week.

Location: Catford, London (SE6 4RU).

Working Arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 2 days in the office.

Additional Hours: Evening and weekend work required for events and civic responsibilities.

Interview Date: 13th November 2026.

Interview Process: Online interview via Microsoft Teams.

Interview Preparation: Candidates must provide an example of a previous event plan or briefing they have completed.

Application Deadline: 11th November 2026.

References: 3 years of references/work history required.

Payment Schedule: We work on a bi-weekly payment schedule.