Volunteer Event management coordinator

What will you be doing?

Overall Purpose To be responsible for organising events in order to raise the profile of LHCRT and raise funds 

Attend monthly marketing meetings Understand the requirements for each event Plan events with attention to financial and time constraints Book venues and event spaces If appropriate, research vendors (catering, musicians etc.) and choose based on quality and cost Manage event operations (preparing venue, tickets etc.) Co-ordinate rotas of supporting volunteers Carry out final checks before and on the day of the event to ensure everything meets standards Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems Evaluate event successes and submit reports if necessary

Events could be anywhere across Lichfield and sometimes further afield.

What are we looking for?

Skills:

A proven track record of organizing successful events  Outstanding communication skills Well-organised with multi-tasking skills Able to handle stress and remain calm Problem-solving ability Proficient in MS Office

 Competencies and knowledge:

Decision making Creative thinking Attention to detail Awareness of equality and diversity issues and the need for everyone to be treated fairly and equally.

Attributes:

Works in accordance with and demonstrates the Trust’s values. Shows energy, flexibility and enthusiasm. Team player.

What difference will you make?

You will be helping us increase our profile and raise funds to restore and rebuild both the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals and reconnect them to the national network, creating a green and blue corridor for the benefit of our local and wider community and available for navigation.