Events Officer

Do you have the ability to manage website and social media content and to organise events?

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our client is a professional engineering institution for scientists and engineers working across the diverse field of acoustics. They are seeking an Events Officer to join them.

You will be responsible for the administration of conferences and one-day meetings in liaison with volunteer specialists planning the programme for the event. You will work with the Marketing Manager to promote events through the website and social media. 

The Institute is investing in a new website (based on Magnolia) and its digital presence. The Events Officer will have a significant role in supporting the Marketing Manager in using digital media to raise awareness of acoustics, the Institute and our events. These duties will evolve as AI and digital technologies develop. The role will also involve the day to day management of website content.

You will be required to regularly travel within the UK to visit venues and occasional overseas visits. Two to 3 times a year the role will involve 3-day overnight stays at events.

We are seeking a candidate who has the following;

• Experienced with a successful track record of organizing events
• Proven track record of influencing, and communication skills, including working with volunteers
• Tact and the ability to liaise with key stakeholders i.e. interested internal and external parties with disparate and sometimes conflicting agenda
• Energy and enthusiasm and a ‘can do’ attitude
• Computer literate with good Word and Excel skills, with the ability to manage website and social media content, and a willingness to learn and use new software as AI and software develops.
• Good management skills including being able to deal accurately with details.
• Personal drive, determination and resilience
• A proven track record of being able to create and manage event budgets

If this sounds like you, please hit apply now!

Our reference: SE3752

Vacancy: Events Officer

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (there is some flexibility in working hours and home working, the office is open 9-5 Monday to Friday)

Salary: £32,000 -£35,000 per year depending on experience 

Benefits: Leave 20 days /year plus public holidays

Pension Scheme (with AEGON) where the Institute pays 6%

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