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Events Co-ordinator

University of Kent - Conferencing and Events

Location: Canterbury
Salary: £25,742 to £28,759 per annum, Grade 5
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 19th September 2024
Closes: 2nd October 2024
Job Ref: CS-326-24

As an Events Co-ordinator you will assist in delivering the University’s Event Management and Delegate Registration Service to a range of internal and external clientele, maximising income whilst providing first rate levels of service. You will be required to deputise for the Senior Events Co-ordinator in their absence regarding conference and event queries and enquiries. 

The sales and administration of conferences, meetings and events, with particular emphasis on maximising revenue opportunities from internal academic and administrative departments and the external market whilst ensuring consistent high levels of customer satisfaction. 

 As a events Coordinator  you can expect to be involved in : 

  • Promote and sell the University facilities to event organisers, both internally and externally through regular communication and via a range of media 
  • Manage the allocation of bedrooms, meeting rooms and catering venues to all clients under your control ensuring that their requirements are met whilst maximising the occupancy of spaces on campus.  
  • Provide accurate information to other departments and stakeholders to ensure that a client’s operational requirements are met and events run smoothly 
  • Ensure timely and accurate billing of all events under your control, preparing and raising deposit and final invoices accordingly whilst ensuring income is posted to the correct internal cost/income codes

 What you will bring to the role :  

  • Educated to GCSE Grade C/4 English and Maths or equivalent 
  • A formal qualification in Event Management, Hospitality or Tourism (or equivalent) 
  • Computer literacy and a good knowledge of Microsoft Office (or similar) and its various applications 
  • Experience of Event Co-ordination gained in a large scale, high volume conference or events orientated hotel or venue 
  • The ability to, and experience of, planning, servicing and project managing large scale conferences and events independently 

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

  • Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs) 
  • 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
  • Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
  • Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number CS-326-24. 

Further details:   

Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

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