Events Manager
Scouts - Axe District
| Name: | Events Manager |
| Organisation: | Scouts - Axe District |
| Location: | C/O Volunteer Centre - Weston Court, Oldmixon Crescent, Weston super Mare, BS24 9AU |
| Type: |
Part Time
We operate flexible volunteering, so if you have limited time but are interested in getting involved then please talk to us and we will help you find a role that suits you. For this role, some time during the evening and at weekends will be required.
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Description
We are an active District with lots going on, so we’re looking for someone to support our District Team with organising events, primarily for Young People aged 6-18 yrs, with participation ranging from 50 to over a thousand. We’re looking for someone that has good planning skills, is a very organised and motivated individual who enjoys, and can manage, a varied workload. You should feel comfortable co-ordinating teams of volunteers potentially organising different events at the same time. We obviously wouldn’t leave you to do all this on your own, you would be supported by the District Team, who already organise and run many events. If you fancy a challenge, then this rewarding role could be for you.
Lead an events team:
• Recruit a pool of flexible volunteers to manage events, from existing members or by recruiting new members in conjunction with the Volunteer Manager for Recruitment.
• Support the events team to ensure they have effective templates, plans and processes to put on events that deliver quality Scouting experiences for young people and adults, supported by the District Team.
• Support individuals from the events team to lead events with your guidance.
• Ensure the Events Team are aware of how to manage risks, develop contingency plans and ensure sufficient insurance cover. Ensure these are in place, as appropriate.There are a wide variety of events, the following are examples of tasks that may be required:
• If it’s a large event you many need to work with outside companies to supply activities or infrastructure, such as toilets.
• Co-ordinate arrangements for catering, including purchase of food and volunteers to prepare, cook and serve food and drinks.
• Co-ordinate the loan of equipment from Groups across the District
• Consider alternative arrangements to ensure young people with special needs are able to take part.
• Liaise with Group Scout Leaders and Sectional Leaders to prompt events, in conjunction with the Communications Manager.
• Manage bookings, payments and participation in events.
• Liaise with the District Team and Trustees to ensure appropriate financial planning is in place for events, including insurance.
• Liaise with the Local Authority, where permits are required.
Organisation Description
Axe District includes Weston-super-Mare, Wick St Lawrence, Worle, Congresbury, Wrington, Blagdon, Churchill, Sandford, Winscombe, Banwell, Locking, Uphill and everything in between.
Each week over 1400 young people aged 6–25 enjoy an active programme in one of our 17 groups, our Explorer Scout Units or with our Scout Network.
As well as the weekly meetings groups take part in a number of fun and exciting events. Recent events have included archery, climbing, hill walking, canoeing, camping, paintballing, zip wires, go karting – in fact you name it and we’ve probably done it.
Join the adventure!
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Organisation Description
Axe District includes Weston-super-Mare, Wick St Lawrence, Congresbury, Wrington, Blagdon, Churchill, Sandford, Winscombe, Banwell, Locking, Uphill and everything in between.
Each week over 1400 young people aged 6–25 enjoy an active programme in one of our 17 groups, our Explorer Scout Units or with our Scout Network.
As well as the weekly meetings groups take part in a number of fun and exciting events. Recent events have included archery, climbing, hill walking, canoeing, camping, paintballing, zip wires, go karting – in fact you name it and we’ve probably done it.
Join the adventure!
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Cause / Interests
- Children
- Families
- Youth
Types of Activity
- Administration
- Advice, Information and Support
- Business, Management and Research
- General and Helping
- Local Events
- Marketing, PR and Media
- Youth Work
Skills and Qualifications
Requirements
We’re looking for someone to support our District Team with organising events, primarily for Young People aged 6-18 yrs, with participation ranging from 50 to over a thousand. We’re looking for someone that has good planning skills, is a very organised and motivated individual who enjoys, and can manage, a varied workload.
Benefits
Volunteering with Scouts can enrich your life – don’t just take our word for it. Over 90% of our volunteers say that their Scout experiences are hugely beneficial:
For some volunteering provides an opportunity to:
• Give something back to an organisation that has impacted on a person’s life, either directly or indirectly
• Make a difference to the lives of others
• Help others less fortunate or without a voice
• Feel valued and part of a team
• Spend quality time away from work or a busy lifestyle
• Gain confidence and self-esteem
For some, volunteering can be a route to employment, or a chance to try something new which may lead to a career change. From this perspective, volunteering can be a way of:
• Gaining new skills, knowledge and experience
• Developing existing skills and knowledge
• Enhancing a CV – More than two thirds of our volunteers say their CVs have been enhanced by joining Scouts. Employers love to see the commitment of volunteers, and through Scouts you can get vital experience in areas like management, administration and activities
• Improving one’s employment prospects
• Gaining an accreditation
• Using one’s professional skills and knowledge to benefit others (usually described as pro bono)
For others, volunteering appeals because of its social benefits. These include:
• Meeting new people and making new friends, a whopping 97% of our volunteers say their involvement has helped them forge new friendships.
• A chance to socialise
• Getting to know the local community
Boost your potential with employers:
Competition in the job market is higher than ever, and making your application stand out to potential employers is vital. Most candidates who apply for a job have the required academic and technical skills, so to be successful you need something extra to set yourself apart. This is where Scouting can help. Your time in Scouting, the roles you have held and the experiences you have taken part in will have developed a whole range of skills to impress employers. In a recent Public and Corporate Economic Consultants (PACEC) report into the impact of Scouting, 41% of employers said that involvement in Scouting would have a positive influence on their decision to employ applicants.
There’s no better feeling than making a difference to communities and transforming the lives of young people.
Additional/Specific Suitabilities
| Minimum Age: | 18 | |
| Maximum Age: | NA | |
| Disabled Access: | No | |
| Wheelchair Access: | No | |
| Expenses: | Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed | |
| Restrictions: | You must complete the Scout Association recruitment process which including understanding and accepting the organisations policies. A DBS check will be required for most roles | |
| Induction: | Yes | |
| Insurance Cover: | Yes | |
| Special Needs: | Considered on an individual basis | |
| Offer: | NA | |
| Training: | We have an award-winning training scheme for our volunteers. You will complete 'Getting Started' training during the first six months | |
| Other: | NA |
Recruitment Method
Application form, Informal discussion, References, Trial Period, DBS Check, Interview