Events Support Worker

JobStart Scheme; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A creative organization in Derry/Londonderry seeks an Office Support Assistant to provide administrative and hands-on support. This role involves assisting senior management, supporting events, and managing social media content. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Benefits include varied shifts, with the possibility of additional hours based on need.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with a range of organisations and individuals.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience of working on events.
• Able to drive and access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Support general admin and planning.
• Assist with running a busy office.
• Liaise with artists and clients.
• Support project and event planning.
• Create content for social media.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Team player

Creativity

Knowledge of safeguarding policy

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: IN YOUR SPACE LTD (IYSC)This role is a combination of administrative and hands on duties.In this role you will be mainly office based and provide support to Senior management team, particularly the Creative Director & Assistant Producer.Your working pattern may change week to week depending on your skills, areas of development and areas of interest. If you are applying for this role, you should be able to commit to working some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Using information technology to support general admin and planning support.
• Attend various meetings where required.
• Assist with general duties with running a busy office.
• Liaising with artists, team members and clients where appropriate.
• Support the creation and maintenance of props and costume.
• Support planning, running and evaluation of projects and events.
• Assisting with project and event marketing and promotion where relevant, this includes creating content for IYSC’s social media platforms.
• Attending events across Northern Ireland and Donegal where appropriate to support the above tasks.
• Identify and complete relevant training opportunities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience of working with a range of organisations and individuals.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Good administrative skills including information technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines as required
• Be a dynamic team player with willingness to take direction but also a high level of initiative.
• Ability to meet the physical demand of the role.
• Experience of working on events.
• Creative instincts in terms of costume, props, and site dressing.
• Creativity and an innovative approach to projects and event work.
• Knowledge around safeguarding policy.
• Able to drive and access to own car.

Further Information

The Employer is: IN YOUR SPACE LTD (IYSC)JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1743806 Job Sector Secretarial and Administration,Marketing Area Derry or Londonderry Location 44a - 48a Waterloo Street, Londonderry/Derry Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 05/11/2025 Closing date 15/12/2025 Worktime Varied shifts, evening and weekend work required.

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025