Events Officer

Events Officer

GradeC35412- 44075

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Permanent

Working 36.5 hours per week

Do you excel in project management and have experience of delivering events of varying scale and complexity

Were looking for a dynamic and highly organised Events Officer to join our City Council Events Team. This is a handson role at the heart of the citys cultural and sporting life where youll plan deliver and evaluate a diverse programme of events from community celebrations to major international showcases.

If you thrive in a fastpaced environment enjoy working with a wide range of partners and have a passion for creating memorable experiences for the public this role will give you the platform to shine.

Key Responsibilities

You will take responsibility for the organisation and delivery of events including:

• leading the planning organisation delivery and evaluation of events within the Councils Events Programme
• giving advice support and guidance to Community Event organisers stakeholdersand other agencies wishing to stage events in Birmingham.
• managing event budgets including monitoring expenditure processing invoices and ensuring financial compliance
• working closely with community organisations sponsors promoters cultural bodies sports governing organisations and external agencies.
• supporting the process forattaininggrant andcommercial fundingthough identification andcreation ofpartnershipopportunitiesthat will enhance resource available and outcomes delivered through events

About You

As well as strong organisational and projectmanagement skillsyou will also have:

• experience delivering events of varying scale and complexity
• confidence working with diverse stakeholders and community groups.
• a proactive solutionsfocused mindset
• excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding customer service

Youll be part of a passionate team shaping the cultural heartbeat of the city. Every event you deliver will help bring communities together celebrate local talent and showcase Birmingham on a national and international stage.

The ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends when events require it is also essential.

What we offer in return

• Membership of West Midlands Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement 30 days increasing with length of service
• My Rewards Scheme access to 800 brands providing discounts and savings
• Health and wellbeing support independent and confidential employeeassistanceand counselling occupational health

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this isrequiredfor shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached.

Job description and person specification

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employingretainingand developingall ofour people.

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Proof of Right to work in the UK will berequiredfor all applicantsin accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.