Job Description

Role overview

We are seeking to engage an enthusiastic and highly organised Event Manager and Organiser into our team on a volunteer basis. This volunteer will play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and executing events that support our mission. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to contribute their talents to our community cause and gain valuable experience in event management within the music ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

develop and implement plans for events workshops, and community outreach programmes. coordinate all logistical aspects of events, such as venue selection, catering, transportation, and equipment rental. recruit, train, and manage event volunteers to ensure successful event execution. work with our marketing team to promote events through various channels, including social media, Eventbrite, email broadcasts, and the mainstream media. create and manage event budgets, ensuring all activities are cost-effective and within financial constraints. liaise with stakeholders, including sponsors, partners, local community organisations, and participants, to build strong relationships and ensure their needs are met. oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and assess the event's success, providing recommendations for improvements going into the future.

Essential skills

The ideal candidate must have:

proven experience in event planning and management, with a strong portfolio showcasing previous events. excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with a keen eye for details. strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. demonstrated leadership abilities, including volunteer management and team coordination. strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle unexpected challenges during events. experience in creating and managing budgets, with a focus on cost-effective solutions.

Desirable skills

The candidate should be able to demonstrate:

an understanding of event marketing strategies and tools, including social media promotion. strong networking skills to build and maintain relationships with sponsors, partners, and community members. ability to think creatively and develop unique event concepts and themes. familiarity with event management software and tools. experience in writing grant proposals and securing funding for events. ability to analyze event data and feedback to measure success and identify areas for improvement.

Time commitment

we operate flexible hours, with an estimated commitment of 5-10 hours per week, increasing closer to event dates. The schedule can be adjusted based on the volunteer's availability. A minimum commitment of six months is preferred, with the possibility of extension based on mutual agreement.

Benefits

Some of the benefits to the volunteers are:

enhancement of event planning and management skills while working on meaningful projects. networking with other professionals and volunteers who share a passion for music education. valuable experience in the social enterprise/non-profit sector to add to their professional portfolio. Make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and communities through the power of music.

How to apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and an expression of interest letter outlining their experience and motivation for applying, to careers@truecadnce.org, with "Volunteer Event Manager and Organiser Application" as the subject or visit our website at www.truecadence.org/careers.

Job Type: Volunteer

Pay: 25,500.00-30,960.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 04/08/2025