Job Description

Events Coordinator

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The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.



We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.



Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi.



The Development directorate is an integral part of Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, working to deliver its over-arching strategy. We are a team of around 35, responsible for generating income from fundraising. Our supporters are key to making our vital science and conservation work possible, providing philanthropic funding to our charitable purpose.



Our dedicated Development & Strategic Events team have successfully contributed to stakeholder and audience engagement and revenue growth. We are looking to build on that growth by appointing an Event Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Event Manager, the Event Coordinator will support the events team, taking responsibility for finance and CRM administration as well as their own portfolio of tours and virtual events that cultivate relationships and improve revenues from key stakeholder audiences.



Hours of work
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
26,000 - 28,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Development Grade]
Directorate
Development
Location
Kew Gardens, Richmond, Hybrid
Closing Date
01/06/2025
Documents
16396 Employee benefits-RBG Kew Enterprises (Development) 2024 v6[19].pdf
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Job Profile.pdf
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With an enthusiasm for pursuing a career in the events industry, and a passion for the charity fundraising sector, the candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills, forging strong working relationships across teams. Our ideal candidate will have experience of event planning and delivery, giving outstanding customer service, and managing significant data administration using sophisticated databases. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills are important, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.



Interviews will take place in mid-June.



This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.





The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.



We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.



Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi.



The salary for this position is 26,000 - 28,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Development Grade]



Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.



If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking "Apply for this job".



We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.



No agencies please.