Events Assistant

Leicestershire County Council; Quorn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking an enthusiastic Events Assistant to support the planning, organisation, promotion and delivery of a diverse annual events programme. The role involves assisting with small talks and major events like the Bosworth Medieval Festival, plus hands-on event setup and weekend/evening work as required.

You will help drive social media campaigns and event marketing, while building strong relationships with residents and visitors and ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ 2 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area, or demonstrable experience.
• Experience of planning / delivering events or similar activities, as well as customer service.
• Knowledge and experience of using different social media platforms.
• Knowledge of health & safety aspects, including risk assessments and other documentation / processes.
• Good time management and ability to work on own initiative.
• Good verbal / written communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist our Events Officer in developing and delivering an extensive annual programme of public events to support the growth of our customer base.
• Plan, organise, promote and run events from small scale crafts and talks to flagship activities like the Bosworth Medieval Festival.
• Lead promotion efforts, including social media campaigns and wider event marketing, and build relationships with customers through feedback.

Skills

NVQ 2

Event planning

Social media

Health & safety

Time management

Communication

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Do you want to combine a passion for history and events? Do you want to be involved with creating meaningful experiences that inspire our visitors? About the Role This role presents a great permanent opportunity for someone with a passion for events, customer service experience and good communication, research and organisation skills, to assist our Events Officer in developing and delivering an extensive annual programme of public events to support the growth of our customer base and generate positive financial contribution to support the Service. The role will offer the successful candidate a hands‑on role in the planning, organising, promoting and running of events from small scale crafts and talks to flagship activities like the Bosworth Medieval Festival. You will be involved in all aspects from idea generation and research to assisting with delivery. A key aspect of the role will be event promotion, including taking a more direct lead for social media campaigns, defining wider event marketing (both physical and digital) and building a strong relationship with current and new customers through seeking and analysing feedback. Due to the nature of the operation, the ideal candidate will be comfortable to work flexibly in support of the events programme, which can include weekend and evening activities. In addition, the role demands involvement in hands‑on, physical support for event set‑up.

• Have a minimum NVQ 2 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area, or demonstrable experience.
• Have experience of planning / delivering events or similar activities, as well as customer service.
• Have knowledge and experience of using different social media platforms.
• Have knowledge of health & safety aspects, including risk assessments and other documentation / processes.
• Have good time management and ability to work on own initiative.
• Have good verbal / written communication and IT skills.

In addition, we also expect you to share and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a . This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.

About Leicestershire County Council At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following