Events Manager (107477-0523)

Be part of our future

This is an exciting time to be joining the Development and Alumni Engagement Team (DAE) at the University of Warwick. We’re entering the early planning stages of a new major philanthropic campaign, which will significantly scale the ambition for the University’s fundraising and engagement activity.

As a team, we have a major role to play in helping break down barriers to education and advancing research addressing some of our planet's biggest challenges.

Our alumni and donor community creates lasting value in society and the economy through supporting students, research and facilities at Warwick.

We’re looking for a motivated and driven individual who enjoys organising events and can provide creative and innovative ideas and ways to engage alumni and thank donors, at all levels, through our calendar of events.

"If this sounds like an exciting challenge, then I look forward to meeting with you."
Natalie Lloyd, Deputy Director (Philanthropy).

We know that attracting the highest quality staff is fundamental to achieving our aims. We’re committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection practice is professional, fair and effective. Find out more at www.warwick.ac.uk/services/socialinclusion.

NB Candidates MUST apply via Polly Symondson Recruitment info@pollysymondsonrecruitment.co.uk inserting “Application – Events Manager (Development and Alumni Engagement), University of Warwick 000152” into the subject field.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply, please submit your current CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 by 19th June 2023 to info@pollysymondsonrecruitment.co.uk quoting 000152.

When writing your cover letter, please ensure that you provide specific examples to demonstrate your competencies, achievements and skills addressing the specific criteria set out.

We recognise that some of your experience may be from unpaid roles as well as paid employment – please include any voluntary work if it helps to show why you are the right candidate for the job.

If you would like an informal discussion with Polly Symondson (Polly Symondson Recruitment) to find out more about the role before submitting an application we encourage you to email: info@pollysymondsonrecruitment.co.uk or call 07971 098331 or email natalie.lloyd@warwick.ac.uk.

The University of Warwick values equality and diversity, and welcomes applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We guarantee to offer an interview to those with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify you from acquiring the post.

Interview Date: 26 June 2023.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the Apply button.

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