Description
We're looking for someone to join a vibrant and skilled team, aiming to establish Nene Park as a visitor destination for diverse audiences locally, regionally and nationally. This Events Officer role will lead the delivery of our two flagship events in 2025.
As a key member of our Visitor Engagement team, you will be responsible for delivering two flagship events in our events programme: Summer Nights and Winter Festival. You will work closely with external partners, colleagues and volunteers to ensure the successful coordination, and execution of both events.
Summer Nights is a vibrant programme of food, music and cinema. Running from June to September, with events taking place on Fridays and weekends.
The Winter Festival aims to be the most affordable winter celebration in the region, with tickets priced accordingly. It features a winter light trail with willow sculptures, craft activities, performance and poetry. Offering families a magical reason to visit the park during the colder months.
Additionally, you will provide operational support for our wider events programme. Providing an accessible, welcoming and high-quality experience for all our visitors.
Requirements - Knowledge and Experience:
- Extensive experience in event planning, including health and safety and accessibility considerations
- Strong and demonstrable project management skills
- Proven track record of meeting financial targets
Requirements - Skills and Abilities:
- Hands-on, practical approach to completing tasks efficiently
- Sound financial awareness, including experience of budget management
- Ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
Requirements - Styles and Behaviours:
- High levels of personal integrity
- A collaborative team player, eager to contribute at all levels
- A creative thinker, with strong communication skills
Other points:
- This role will require flexible working, including at least one weekend a month and weekends and evenings, when events are operational
Key deliverables
- Support the successful delivery of Summer Nights and the Winter Festival at Nene Park Trust, working closely with colleagues, volunteers, and the wider Trust
- Collaborate with suppliers, partner organisations and a committed team of events volunteers to ensure successful delivery
- Maximise income generating opportunities at both events, whilst maintaining a high-quality visitor experience
- Work with internal teams to ensure smooth event operations, including clear staffing plans
- Partner with the Marketing and Communications Team to develop effective, and accessible marketing and communication strategies, ensuring attendance and participation targets are met
- Maintain up-to-date event information on the Trust's website, booking platform, and social media channels. Including managing event bookings