Senior Events Officer - Public Affairs and Communications
Contract: Open Ended
Salary: £34,988 - £41,574 per annum
Ref: PAC0721
About ODI
ODI is an independent, global think tank. Our events bring together influential thinkers, decision makers and business leaders to discuss the most critical issues of our time. From international conferences to panel discussions and roundtables, ODI’s events attract high-level speakers and attendees from around to the world to showcase the latest research and thinking on international development and global affairs.
ODI is seeking to appoint a talented Senior Events Officer to join our multi-faceted public affairs and communications team. The role will increase the impact of ODI’s research to global audiences through the management and delivery of first-class events and convening. increase ODI’s effectiveness, awareness and reputation while reaching new global stakeholders from within and beyond the international development sector. You will be responsible for the delivery of a portfolio of virtual and hybrid events and as Covid-19 restrictions continue to change and ease, we will be adding physical elements back into the mix.
In last year we have transitioned to deliver all our convening online, using the latest technology and formats to engage global audiences. You’ll be joining us at a pivotal moment of ODI’s convening, shaping our events strategy to reach diverse audiences through creative concepts and spaces.
A talented events specialist with experience delivering high-profile event this role is an exciting opportunity to develop and enhance ODI’s diverse events programme.
You will have:
• Substantial experience in a comparable events post in a busy, fast-paced environment
• First-class track record in delivering influential virtual and digital events, with demonstrable success in convening high-profile events in the UK and internationally
• Experience of securing influential and high-level panellists and participants
• Experience of coaching/supporting others to present and prepare for high-level events
• Experience of working with international networks and partners
• Ability to work as a constructive member of a team
• Ability to distil data and research to produce key event concepts and briefings
• Excellent interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to liaise and communicate with colleagues at all levels of seniority and from different cultures
• Excellent attention to detail while also keeping an eye on the bigger picture
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to manage workloads and motivate team members
• Practical website skills and good knowledge of communications through digital tools, CRM database and social media
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and project management skills (able to keep your eye on the big picture and yet retain a strong attention to detail)
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Self-starter – able to generate plans and ideas and carry them through to completion, and to work on own initiative and as part of a team
How to apply:
Closing date: 5th September 2021.
Interviews: w/c 13th September 2021.
Please note ODI has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to us verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.*
For more information, please download an application pack Careers | odi.org. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading, please contact us on +44 (0)20 3817 0032 or human resources@odi.org.uk.
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