Project Officer (Events) - (Fixed-Term) - GLA14002

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An events management organization in Glasgow is seeking a Project Officer on a fixed-term contract. The role focuses on delivering aspects of major events and collaborating with various stakeholders. Applicants should have experience in event organization and strong communication skills. The position offers 30 days of holiday, pension membership, and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

30 days holiday allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Option to buy extra annual leave

Qualifications

• Appropriate level of qualification/training or employment experience in event organisations.
• Experience with operational and delivery elements of cultural and sports events.
• Ability to communicate across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver allocated aspects of major events.
• Support the Events team in maximizing event benefits.
• Work closely with local and international partners.

Skills

Event organisation experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving ability

Education

Relevant qualification/training

Job description

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for a Project Officer to join us on a 35 hour full time, fixed term contract for a period up to 31 December 2028. As Project Officer you will be joining our in-demand Events team. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports Glasgow Life Events.

More about our Events team
Glasgow Life is the strategic lead for events in the city. The team invests to attract, create and grow major cultural and sporting events. We deliver high-profile annual events, including the Merchant City Festival, Glasgow Mela, the World Pipe Band Championships, Aye Write Glasgow Book Festival and Glasgow's winter events. We also deliver one-off major events and programmes, most recently delivering the World Athletics Indoors Championships 2024, the inaugural 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships and European Capital of Sport 2023, with planning underway to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games and UEFA EURO 2028. Our team are the initial point of contact for events coming to the city. This includes working with local, national and international partners to maximise the economic, marketing and social benefits of events to the city. We aim to position and promote Glasgow as a world-leading event destination boosting the city's tourism profile, while driving positive impacts and legacies for local communities.

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city's visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow's international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role
As a Project Officer, you'll be an integral part of the team by delivering allocated aspects of a number of the company's major events. Reporting to the Project Manager and working alongside an established team.
The candidate
If you're interested in joining us as a Project Officer, you'll need:
An appropriate level of qualification/training or employment experience of event organisations.
Employment experience of the operational and delivery elements of cultural and/or sporting events
Ability to communicate across agencies and hierarchies.
Good team-working, enthusiasm and ability to problem solve.

You can read the full person specification for this role under the Job Attachments' section.
We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

Our office is based at 38 Albion Street, Commonwealth House, G1 1LH, 4th Floor and has great links to public transport.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we'd love to hear from you.

For Fixed Term Roles - If offer is made to internal employee (Glasgow Life or Council Family), at the end of the temporary period, eligible employees, if agreed will have a right to return to a role at their substantive grade within the council family.

Important Dates: Closing date Sunday 17 August and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week beginning Monday 8th September.

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• And much more!

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

Application Packs

The following alternative Application Packs can be requested in other format for example, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone [phone]. Packs will be posted out to you 2nd class within 3 working days of receiving your telephone request. Please note the closing date of the job advert if requesting this to ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to complete your application form and return to us.

Further Information

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see

https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

For further information about working for us please refer to our website https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us