Events Officer

You will take responsibility for the organisation and delivery of events including:

• leading the planning, organisation, delivery and evaluation of events within the Council's Events Programme
• giving advice, support and guidance to Community Event organisers, stakeholders and other agencies wishing to stage events in Birmingham.
• managing event budgets, including monitoring expenditure, processing invoices and ensuring financial compliance
• working closely with community organisations, sponsors, promoters, cultural bodies, sports governing organisations and external agencies.
• supporting the process for attaining grant and commercial funding, though identification and creation of partnership opportunities that will enhance resource available and outcomes delivered through events
  
  Do you excel in project management and have experience of delivering events of varying scale and complexity?
We're looking for a dynamic and highly organised Events Officer to join our City Council Events Team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of the city's cultural and sporting life, where you'll plan, deliver and evaluate a diverse programme of events - from community celebrations to major international showcases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with a wide range of partners, and have a passion for creating memorable experiences for the public, this role will give you the platform to shine., As well as strong organisational and project-management skills you will also have:
• experience delivering events of varying scale and complexity
• confidence working with diverse stakeholders and community groups.
• a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding customer service
You'll be part of a passionate team shaping the cultural heartbeat of the city. Every event you deliver will help bring communities together, celebrate local talent and showcase Birmingham on a national and international stage. The ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when events require it is also essential.

Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.