Events and Protocol Assistant

Overview

The Events and Protocol section provides comprehensive coordination for all aspects of pan-Commonwealth Ministerial Meetings, Commonwealth Heads of Government Meetings, and Royal Household engagements in London, across the Commonwealth and in other capitals. The Section is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of all virtual and in-person aspects of these meetings convened by the Commonwealth Secretariat.Responsibilities

The Events and Protocol Assistant will support the Head of Events and Protocol as well as the Events and Protocol Managers in managing all aspects of operational and protocol arrangements for Commonwealth Ministerial Meetings and CHOGM as well as other high-level events.Provide support in project management and delivery, and coordinate stand-alone projects where appropriate.Coordinate events at our head office, Marlborough House.Extensive travel across the Commonwealth, sometimes on short notice and for many weeks at a time, and work from the office at Marlborough House across varying time zones.Engage in high level and in-house event and meeting coordination and provide administrative and finance support to the team.Refer to the Job Description for full details.Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in International Relations, Development Studies, or a relevant field.At least three years of experience working in events in an international environment.Proven ability to work cohesively as part of an events team.Experience using virtual events platforms such as Zoom.Strong communication and relationship management skills.Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions in challenging circumstances.Attention to detail and ability to work and adapt under ..... full job details .....