Campaigns and Events Coordinator

Our client is a UK-based independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work. They re focused on the big questions. How do they help more people find work and build careers in a changing jobs market? How do they help people to be active and engaged citizens? How can more adults develop their skills over their lifetime?

What s in it for you? 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days after 5 years' service, of which 3 are shutdown days in addition to public holidays

Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer contribution

Group Life Assurance 3 salary

Hybrid working

Flexible working practices

Employee Development Scheme

Retailer Discounts

Enhanced occupational maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental pay

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Eye care scheme

Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme

Gold award in Investors in People

About the role This role within the external affairs team focuses on securing impact for our work by supporting the delivery of campaigns and events. This varied role involves providing coordination and administrative support to a flagship lifelong learning campaign; regional adult learning awards; and events, including in-person and online activity throughout the year.

The ideal candidate will need experience of working in a busy administration or coordination role; excellent communication skills; the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels; strong organisation skills; and the ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities Campaigns Coordinate the delivery of the flagship lifelong learning campaign. This includes: working with the Head of Lifelong Learning to produce a comprehensive project plan; monitoring progress across team members to ensure work is delivered to time; undertaking administrative elements of campaign delivery; managing the nominations and selection process for the flagship campaign awards; monitoring the budget; and supporting relationships with sponsors, stakeholders and suppliers.

Support the delivery of regional adult learning awards, including coordinating nominations and selection processes; undertaking administrative tasks; and working with the External Affairs Manager to manage relationships with clients and award winners.

Events Support delivery of in-person and online events, including the annual employment and skills convention and the flagship campaign awards ceremony. This includes managing registrations, liaising with speakers and delegates, supporting delivery on the day, and helping manage relationships with sponsors and suppliers.

Communications support (as needed) Support the external affairs team with communications tasks, such as website updates, drafting and preparing marketing emails and social media posts, distributing press releases, and other related activity.

Other Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility for this post.

About you Essential Excellent administration, organisation and planning skills

Strong project coordination/management skills

Excellent communication (oral and written)

Proficient in MS Office

Knowledge of, and commitment to, the organisation s charitable aims and purpose

Proven experience in a coordination or administration role

Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise workloads, negotiate and meet deadlines

Desirable Proficient in the use of CRM software

Proficient in the use of email marketing and website editing software

Basic design skills and familiarity with design software, such as Canva

Experience of supporting the delivery of successful influencing campaigns

Experience of planning and delivering events

Additional information This organisation works across the UK. Its work in Wales is led by a Cardiff-based team, but all staff are required to follow the guidance set out in the organisation s Welsh language scheme when working in Wales.

How to apply They value equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from different backgrounds. They are also committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have accessibility requirements.

If you possess the experience and attributes above and have a passion to support the delivery of their vision, then you could be the person they are seeking. Applications that include a CV and covering letter are welcomed through the link below.