Events Officer

চাকরির বিবরণ

The University of Surrey (Advancement team) is recruiting an Events Officer (job ref 050026), full time on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, at £38,448 to £46,970 per annum. The role supports alumni and donor events in the UK and internationally, covering a varied programme from networking and award ceremonies to smaller donor cultivation and stewardship events, working with colleagues across the university to ensure a good guest experience and to support engagement and fundraising goals. Apply with a CV and cover letter; the university may close the vacancy early. Interviews: Thursday 5 November 2026.

দায়িত্ব

• Plan and deliver events from concept through to evaluation
• Manage logistics, including venues, suppliers, catering, AV and schedules
• Handle guest communications, registration and attendee management
• Monitor budgets and keep events efficient and effective
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, alumni, supporters and suppliers
• Support senior university representatives at events and engagement activities
• Evaluate event success and identify improvements

যোগ্যতা

• Experience planning and delivering successful events
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing stakeholder relationships and collaborating with colleagues and partners
• Experience using databases and/or CRM systems
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
• A practical, solutions-focused approach

সুবিধা

• Generous pension
• Relocation assistance where appropriate
• Flexible working, including job share and blended home/campus working
• Access to on-campus leisure facilities
• Travel schemes
• Family-friendly benefits, including an on-site nursery

দক্ষতা

• Budget management
• CRM
• Event management
• Stakeholder management