Are you highly organised, calm under pressure and great with people? Do you enjoy making events run smoothly behind the scenes? 

UACES (University Association for Contemporary European Studies) is seeking an Events and Programmes Coordinator to join our small, high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves organising to coordinate our Annual Conference, Graduate Forum Conference, webinar series, awards and grants. It's an ideal role if you're starting your career in events or looking for your first role outside academia.
 

Why should you join us? 

• You will play a key role in delivering UACES events and programmes that bring our community together in the UK and across Europe. 

• You will meet, support and work with a passionate and dedicated community of scholars, researchers and students. 

• We will support you to develop your skills and knowledge, with regular 1-1s, appraisals and a training plan. 

• We offer a 35-hour week, a 10% employer pension contribution after probation, private healthcare and time off in lieu for event attendance. 

• We offer flexible and hybrid working. The team also meets regularly in person, including team days and member visits around the UK. 
   

About you 

You'll be a highly organised coordinator with: 

• Experience of organising events, programmes or activities in a professional, academic, students' union or volunteer setting. 

• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with strong attention to detail. 

• Confidence using databases, spreadsheets or CRM systems to manage information accurately. 

• Experience of working with suppliers or venues and working within budgets. 

• The ability to prioritise your workload and manage several deadlines at once. 

Experience of working with academic communities or volunteer committees would be an advantage but is not essential. 
 

Contract 

• Contract: Permanent, full-time. 

• Hours: 35 hours per week. 

• Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. 

• Location: Hybrid, with one day a week in our London office and working arrangements open to discussion. 

• Reports to: Executive Director. 

• Notice period: Three months. 

Candidates should have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment. 

Appointment is subject to receiving two satisfactory references and successfully completing a three-month probationary period. 
 

How to apply 

If you're ready to help our events and programmes run brilliantly, we'd love to hear from you. 

To apply, please read the full job description before completing our online application form at https://form.jotform.com/262933987680070  and upload your cover letter and CV.  

The form includes questions about your experience of delivering events and working with people, so please review the person specification before you complete your answers. 

• Closing date: Friday 13 November at 17:00 GMT 

• Interview dates: Friday 4 December via Microsoft Teams 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive enough applications. 

Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 

Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core values at UACES, and all employees are expected to demonstrate their commitment to our EDI policy. 

We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for UACES members, committees and staff. The UACES community strives to be one where people feel safe, where differences are accepted, where engagement is apparent and where all contributions are encouraged, valued and respected. 

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who are underrepresented in the UK Higher Education sector. 

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process, on commencement or once in post. You can request support by contacting Kerry Cole, Executive Director, at kcole@uaces.org . 

Our EDI Officer is available for a confidential conversation with candidates who have specific questions or concerns about our EDI policy.