Student Events and Community Officer

BIMM University; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in London is seeking a Student Events and Community Officer to enhance the student experience through diverse events. The role involves planning, executing, and evaluating campus activities, promoting student engagement and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of the creative arts, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with various stakeholders. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including 25 days holiday and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

SMART pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Creative Arts Industry.
• A solid foundation in general education, particularly in English and Mathematics.
• Confidence in verbal communication and public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a diverse calendar of student‑focused events.
• Handle promotion, registration, and venue booking for events.
• Oversee venue setup and student registration on event days.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments for events.

Skills

Knowledge of the Creative Arts Industry

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Verbal communication and public speaking

Organisational and scheduling abilities

Administration and computer literacy

Ability to work independently

Education

General education in English and Mathematics

Job description

Student Events and Community Officer

Location: London

Salary: £26,312 £29,744

At BIMM University, we’re more than just an educational institution; we’re a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the Role

As Student Events and Community Officer you will play a crucial role in enhancing the student experience through a wide range of extra‑curricular events and activities. Your expertise will play an important role in the planning, pre‑production and delivery of events across areas such as academic activity, industry engagement, employability, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), student wellbeing, and student interests. The work you do will help shape a positive and inclusive experience for our campus community.

What You’ll Do

• Event Planning and Delivery: Coordinate a diverse calendar of student‑focused events, ensuring each is meticulously planned and executed.
• Pre‑Production Support: Handle promotion, registration, venue booking, risk assessments, and liaise with presenters, performers, and artists.
• On‑the‑Day Management: Oversee venue setup, equipment checks, student registration, guest liaison, and staff coordination.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough risk assessments for events and external venues as needed.
• Internal Communications: Assist the Events and Community Manager with effective internal communication strategies.
• Feedback Collection: Gather and present student feedback on events to continually improve the student experience.
• Cross‑Discipline Collaboration: Work with Course Leadership and Creative Futures teams to facilitate collaborative opportunities.
• BIMM Student Association: Guide and support the BSA team, ensuring a broad range of interests are represented.
• Administration and Reporting: Maintain detailed records and reports of all events and community activities.
• Marketing Collaboration: Work with the Marketing team to capture and promote events through various channels, including social media.

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Creative Arts Industry.
• A solid foundation in general education, particularly in English and Mathematics.
• Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Confidence in verbal communication and public speaking.
• Strong organisational and scheduling abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in administration and computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Why BIMM University

We are a values‑led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:

Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.

We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

How To Apply

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