Events & Engagement Officer in Lewisham, Greater London

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Lewisham Council who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate PAYE.

We are looking for a Events & Engagement Officer this role will be based at: SE6 4RU 2 days office based, plus evening and weekend work as required for events and support of Speaker's civic responsibilities.

The right candidate will:

• Plan, coordinate and deliver a programme of visible, high-profile engagement events across the borough, working to agreed objectives, audiences, budgets and timescales.
• Develop event and engagement plans covering purpose, audiences, format, venues, accessibility, communications, staffing, logistics, risks, safeguarding, data capture, evaluation and follow-up.
• Design formats that support meaningful two-way conversation and make clear what residents can influence, using facilitated discussion, question-and-answer, workshops, stalls, pop-ups and other appropriate methods.
• Plan and deliver the Council's core civic and ceremonial programme, including events that mark important civic, commemorative, cultural and faith occasions.
• Provide practical civic events support to the Speaker of Lewisham and other civic office-holders, including event planning, invitations, guest management, briefing and stakeholder liaison.
• Support the Partnerships and Engagement Team to deliver priority engagement and consultation activity, particularly where in-person engagement or event delivery is required.
• Manage allocated event and engagement budgets, monitor expenditure, maintain accurate records and secure value for money.
• Commission and manage venues, suppliers, contractors, equipment and resources in line with procurement, finance and contract management requirements.
• Develop effective relationships with community organisations, voluntary and faith groups, public-sector partners, venues, suppliers and other stakeholders.

We require the following:

• Significant experience of planning and delivering high-quality public, community, civic or stakeholder events.
• Experience of delivering community engagement activity with diverse audiences and removing barriers to participation.
• Knowledge of consultation and community engagement approaches, including practical methods for inclusive in-person participation.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,