Events Co-ordinator - Prestwick, United Kingdom - Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce

Description

Job Title
Events Co-ordinator

The Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 75thAnniversary this year and is the 3rd largest Chamber in Scotland after Aberdeen and Glasgow.

Accredited by both the British and Scottish Chamber of Commerce; the Ayrshire Chamber is a not-for-profit membership organisation that supports over 800 businesses, in addition to the successful delivery of various projects including the Ayrshire arm of Developing the Young Workforce.

The Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce is made up of a small, but extremely hard-working team, dedicated and committed to providing our members with the opportunities to grow, develop and improve their business with an excellent range of services from networking, mentoring and platforms to make their business more visible and successful.

Position Overview
This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week based within the Ayrshire Chamber office at Prestwick Airport.

£21,000 - £23,000 - dependent on experience, 23 days annual holiday & 12 public holidays, health plan, pension contribution and eligibility for death in service (x3 annual salary).

Expectation to attend events outside of normal working hours.


To Whom this post reports
Membership Development Manager


Responsibilities include:

• Understanding requirements for each event
• Planning events with attention to financial and time constraints
• Booking venues and schedule speakers
• Research requirements for each event and choose the best combination of quality and cost
• Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations etc.)
• Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems
• Evaluate event's success and submit reports
• Work with the Communications officer regarding promotions, communications and branding aspects of the event
• Resolve problems and guest enquiries before and during the event
• Approving all activities for the event
• Preparing surveys and reports after the event
• Investigate event viability, secure sponsorship when required, manage logistics, coordinate postevent operations.

Requirements and skills:

• Excellent organisational and coordination skills
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in digital event promotion tools
• Customer service skills
• Understanding of key performance indicators in events management
• Excellent multitasking and task prioritisation skills
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Proficient in MS Office & Teams
• Able to handle stress and remain calm
• Problemsolving ability
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work as part of a team and even lead a team if the need arises
• Possess the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
• Relevant experience in a similar role

Additional Information
Drivers licence and transport required


Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary, Permanent


Salary:
£21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location:
One location