Volunteer Event management coordinator | Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust

Job description
To be responsible for organising events to raise the profile and funds for the charity.

What difference will you make?

You will be helping us increase our profile and raise funds to restore and rebuild both the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals and reconnect them to the national network, creating a green and blue corridor for the benefit of our local and wider community and available for navigation.

What are we looking for?

The following skills are preferable Skills A proven track record of organizing successful events Outstanding communication skills Well-organised with multi-tasking skills Able to handle stress and remain calm Problem-solving ability Proficient in MS Office Competencies and knowledge Decision making Creative thinking Attention to detail Awareness of equality and diversity issues and the need for everyone to be treated fairly and equally. Attributes Works in accordance with and demonstrates the Trust’s values. Shows energy, flexibility and enthusiasm. Team player.

What will you be doing?

Overall Purpose To be responsible for organising events (and work with the events volunteer team) in order to raise the profile of LHCRT and raise funds Attend monthly marketing meetings Understand the requirements for each event Plan events with attention to financial and time constraints Book venues and event spaces If appropriate, research vendors (catering, musicians etc.) and choose based on quality and cost Manage event operations (preparing venue, tickets etc.) Co-ordinate rotas of supporting volunteers Carry out final checks before and on the day of the event to ensure everything meets standards Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems Evaluate event successes and submit reports if necessary Events could be anywhere across Lichfield and sometimes further afield.