The Events and Protocol Section is the primary focal point for all matters involving planning, coordination and delivery of Events and Protocol services for Ministerial and other pan-Commonwealth meetings, hosted overseas by member countries, convened at the Secretariat headquarters in London or at other external venues. A particularly high-profile activity is the organisation of the biennial Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
The Events and Protocol Manager assists the Head, Events and Protocol in planning and implementing all aspects of ministerial meetings and other events organised by the Secretariat. The post holder has lead responsibility for the organisation of some events, assists the Head, Events and Protocol in the effective operation of the Section, plays an integral role in event delivery, assists in developing event practices and procedures, and oversees an in-house events programme.
To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have at least five years’ experience in conference organisation with at least two years’ sole or overall responsibility in large-scale conference management and planning. A knowledge of current event management practise and tools; the ability to work on own initiative and make decisions in challenging circumstances; proven ability to work cohesively as part of an events team, extensive budget management skills are key requirements.
It is also expected that the successful candidate will have a good understanding of global political matters and the ability to act at all times with diplomacy and tact, combined with the ability to travel extensively often at short notice. Recent experience of working in a protocol conscious environment, preferably in a government context, is desirable.
You must be able to operate effectively in our multi-cultural setting and be a national of a Commonwealth country with the right to live and work in the UK. Please apply by submitting a CV and covering letter. Covering letters should be structured to address the key criteria required in the person specification, giving clear examples.
Please note that this position is maternity cover and offered on a 9 month fixed-term contract basis. If successful, you will be expected to be able to commence in June 2020.
Closing date 1 May 2020, at 17:00 BST
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