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    Programming & Events Lead (Maternity Cover) - Greater London, United Kingdom - Mission Kitchen

    Mission Kitchen
    Mission Kitchen Greater London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Restaurants / Food Service
    Description

    Mission Kitchen is looking for a brilliant and experienced Programming & Events Lead to lead on the planning and execution of a dynamic programme of events and activities that connect, educate and inspire entrepreneurs in the food and drink industry.

    Mission Kitchen is an incubator for the next generation of talent in London's food sector. We operate the UK's only dedicated co-working space for food and drink start-ups. We deliver a year-round programme of events and opportunities to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses and increase their impact.

    You will be responsible for curating and delivering all elements of this programme. This is an exciting opportunity to build on a strong existing foundation, with the freedom to develop it with your own ideas. We are looking for a creative, confident and organised individual, with great communication skills, a smart curatorial eye and strong event planning and management experience.

    This is a fixed-term maternity cover position, starting immediately with a contract until July 2025. However, we hope to find a candidate with whom a long-term relationship can be built and opportunities for continued employment can be explored.

    This is a part-time role: 3-4 days per week. The role will require regular onsite work at our site at Nine Elms, Central London, however hybrid working is supported.

    Salary: £35 - 40,000 pa (pro rata)

    What will you be doing?

    Programme Design & Development

    • Designing and planning a cohesive annual programme of events and activities
    • Researching event subjects, themes, expert contributors and guest speakers to deliver industry-best content
    • Conducting member and industry research to inform programme design, content and formats
    • Reviewing event performance, seeking feedback and insight to inform and improve future plans
    • Implementing new event formats and technology solutions to allow online programme participation

    Event Management

    • Planning and coordination of on-site events including venue set-up, catering, staffing and event management
    • Collaborating with the Site Operations team to ensure smooth running of all in-person events
    • Planning and delivering internal communications to ensure high levels of event attendance
    • Collaborating closely with the Marketing team to drive awareness and engagement with events in relevant external audiences

    What does the programme include?

    Community Events:

    • Planning and delivering social and community-building events for members
    • This will include a regular programme of internal social events for the membership community including meals, networking evenings and collaborative events
    • This will also involve organising occasional major events to engage the wider Mission Kitchen network through industry showcases, seasonal celebrations and large events.

    Business Incubation Programme:

    • Planning and delivering a programme of events, activities and opportunities to accelerate the growth of member businesses.
    • Delivering all elements of our current programme including the following activities:
    • Founder Q&As
    • Meet The Buyer Events
    • Expert 1:1s
    • Mentoring Programme
    • Identifying and coordinating with guest speakers, industry experts and event partners to deliver best-in-class learning and advisory opportunities.
    • Developing new ideas for additional events and new business support opportunities.

    Industry Innovation Events:

    • Supporting the Founders in the curation and delivery of a series of thought-provoking events that will explore important issues of innovation, equity and impact in the food sector. These events will sit within our Tomorrow's Table event brand.
    • Planning event content and activities
    • Researching, identifying and contacting guest speakers
    • Managing event delivery team to ensure high quality guest experience

    What are we looking for?

    • Previous experience in a programming and/or event management role
    • Natural communication, networking and relationship building skills
    • Strong organisational, administrative and planning skills
    • Examples of exciting events and business programming you have delivered in the past
    • Evidence of a self-starting and entrepreneurial attitude
    • Industry knowledge of the food and drink sector
    • Contacts and an existing network in the food and drink sector

    How to apply...

    Please follow this 2 step application process:

    1. Apply via LinkedIn.
    2. Go to: and complete your application.

    Your application will only be considered if you complete both steps.

    Application Deadline: Friday 3rd May

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