Events Officer

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role Join our Advancement team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract and help deliver engaging alumni and donor events in the UK and internationally. You will plan and deliver a varied events programme, from networking and award ceremonies to smaller donor cultivation and stewardship activities. Working with colleagues across the University, you will ensure each event provides excellent guest experience and supports our engagement and fundraising priorities. In this role you will: Plan and deliver events from concept to evaluation Manage event logistics, including venues, suppliers, catering, AV and event schedules Coordinate guest communications, registration processes and attendee management Monitor budgets and ensure events are delivered efficiently and effectively Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, alumni, supporters and external suppliers Support senior University representatives at events and engagement activities Evaluate event success and identify opportunities for improvement About you You will ..... full job details .....