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King's College London

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Marketing
  • London
  • 12d left

AI generated summary

  • You need project coordination experience, strong English skills, interpersonal abilities, initiative, organization, content creation expertise for social media, knowledge of China, and Mandarin proficiency.
  • You will coordinate events, manage communications, liaise with speakers and venues, draft briefs, monitor ticket sales, and oversee logistics for in-person and hybrid events on modern China.

Requirements

  • Experience of coordinating projects, events planning and delivery and/or working in a communications role
  • A high standard of oral and written English, and experience tailoring content to diverse audiences
  • Vocational qualifications (HNC/NVQ3) and/or skills and experience acquired during relevant work experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and a willingness to learn
  • Initiative to complete tasks without continual supervision and to be able to make decisions based on good judgement
  • Highly organised with an ability to multi-task and work accurately under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Strong competency in content management systems with proficiency in platforms such as Zoom/Teams, Mailchimp, Eventbrite
  • Knowledge/experience of creating content for social media channels such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
  • Demonstrable knowledge of/interest in China or a related field (International Relations/Global Affairs etc)
  • Knowledge of photo/video editing platforms e.g. Adobe Creative Cloud, Photoshop and Premiere Pro
  • Experience communicating research for a department within a university or other setting
  • Proficiency in Mandarin

Responsibilities

  • The Officer will support the Impact and Engagement Manager to coordinate and deliver a programme of high-impact events – including the Institute’s annual flagship events series China Week – as well as help to develop external and internal communications tailored to the needs of a growing national and international audience based across government, media, business and academia.
  • This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and creative individual to coordinate a range of engaging events on modern China such as lectures, film screenings and roundtables, and create and disseminate content through the website, social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram) and digital newsletter to increase our reach amongst audiences in the UK and overseas.
  • The successful candidate will work with academics, external partners and departments across King’s to coordinate both in-person and hybrid events to ensure they are delivered as smoothly as possible. They will be a key liaison between speakers and King’s venues and AV teams. They will be responsible for drafting event briefs for the website and ticketing platforms, monitoring ticket sales, identifying AV and catering needs, organising speaker travel and accommodation etc.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Lau China Institute?

The Lau China Institute is dedicated to enhancing knowledge and understanding of contemporary China through multidisciplinary research, teaching, and public engagement activities.

What role will the Events Officer play at the Lau China Institute?

The Events Officer will coordinate and deliver a programme of high-impact events to support the Institute’s strategic external engagement goals, including the annual flagship China Week.

What are the working hours for this position?

This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will be required to work occasional evenings, particularly during China Week. Flexible and hybrid working is available with the ability to be on campus at least 2 days a week.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should have vocational qualifications (HNC/NVQ3) and/or relevant skills and experience in event planning, project coordination, and communications.

Is experience with social media required for the Events Officer role?

Yes, candidates should have knowledge and experience of creating content for social media channels such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Are there any specific skills that would be considered desirable for this position?

Yes, desirable criteria include knowledge or interest in China or related fields, proficiency in Mandarin, knowledge of photo/video editing platforms, and experience in communicating research for a department within a university.

How will my application be assessed?

Applications will be reviewed based on the essential criteria listed in the job description, and if a strong field of candidates is received, the desirable criteria may also be considered for shortlisting.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary for the Events Officer position is between £34,179 and £37,546 per annum, including the London Weighting Allowance.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

For further information, you can contact Shefali Shah at shefali.1.shah@kcl.ac.uk.

Is sponsorship available for this position?

No, we are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

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