Events & Digital Support Assistant – West Midlands Fire Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Greet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Greet seeks an Events & Digital Support Assistant to enhance member wellbeing through engaging activities. Responsibilities include planning events, liaising with vendors, promoting initiatives, and managing digital content. Ideal candidates possess strong organizational skills and a flair for creative promotion. This role offers flexibility with occasional evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and event planning skills.
• Creative flair for advertising and promotion.
• Confidence using digital tools, social media, and website content management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and delivery of events and activities.
• Liaise with event companies and solve any issues.
• Promote events through advertising and communications.
• Support membership growth through outreach.
• Manage content across social media platforms.

Skills

strong organisational skills

event planning skills

creative flair for advertising

confidence using digital tools

excellent communication skills

Education

GCSE maths and English (above grade 4)

Job description

Events & Digital Support Assistant

Administrative 2B SCP 7

Publish date: 11 August 2025

Closing date: 25 August 2025 at 12 noon

Hours: 22 hours (Monday to Friday including occasional evening and weekend work)

Overview

West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) is the second largest fire and rescue service in England, serving an area of 902km square and a population of over 2.9 million people.

Our vision is ‘Making the West Midlands safer, stronger and healthier’.

This vision and the strategic goals outlined in ‘Our Strategy’ are what drives the people, professionalism and pride with which we serve our communities.

This role is within the Sports and Welfare Fund (S&WF) – an independent membership organisation dedicated to promoting sports, social, and recreational activities that enhance the health and wellbeing of our members. Open to both serving and retired employees of West Midlands Fire Service, the Fund is supported through a monthly subscription.

We are seeking a proactive and digitally savvy Events & Digital Support Assistant to join our dynamic team. Working closely with the Events Co-ordinator and Administration staff, you will play a key role in supporting and strengthening our operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause, supporting the wellbeing of our members through engaging and impactful activities. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team with the flexibility to shape your working hours.

Responsibilities

assist in the planning and delivery of events and activities

liaise with event companies and distribute tickets and solve any issues

promote events and initiatives through engaging advertising and communications

support membership growth through outreach and promotional campaigns

manage and update content across our social media platforms and website

provide general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Experience and skills

What we are looking for:

strong organisational and event planning skills

creative flair for advertising and promotion

confidence using digital tools, social media, and website content management

a team player with excellent communication skills

flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends (counted within weekly hours).

Essential skills or experience

GCSE maths and English (above grade 4)

able to drive

able to work on own initiative as well as in a team.

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