We’re HIRING 2 ROLES! An Events Manager & a Programme Co-Ordinator

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Thurs 4th July 11:59pm

PROGRAMME COORDINATOR

Contract type: permanent
Reports to: Centre Manager
Responsible for: Event Manager
Hours: 22 hours per week
Pay: £13 per hour

About the role

We’re looking for an ambitious, self-motivated and community-focused Programme Coordinator to deliver a diverse, creative and exciting programme of events that will ensure Zion is at the heart of the community.

You’ll work closely with the team to develop, manage and coordinate Zion’s programme of events and bookings including community events, ticketed events, weddings, private hires, and office and meeting spaces. You’ll ensure the events programme reaches a wide spectrum of participants and audience members, whilst bringing in creative and fresh ideas to help diversify income streams.

The role will require someone who is willing to work flexibly and independently. The position will require some weekend and evening hours. There may be the possibility of overtime.

Your knowledge and skills

Essential

Experience and knowledge of working with a hospitality or similar environment.
Have an enthusiastic and adaptable approach to working with people from staff members, volunteers and community members.
Willingness and ability to work varied hours including weekends and evenings.
Experience of budgeting, administration and project management for a range of activities and events.
Commercially aware
Knowledge of marketing and promotion and ability to creatively engage different audience groups.
Ability to work unsupervised under your own initiative.
A commitment to the ethos and vision of Zion Community Space.

Desirable

Experience of working within the creative arts
Good IT and social media skills
Local knowledge of BS13 and surrounding communities
Experience of monitoring and evaluation of events and audiences
Understanding of under-represented groups and community members and how to encourage engagement for new visitors
Ideas for the development of Zion as a venue and income streams

Benefits of working at Zion

Being part of a community led company
Working as part of a team with a strong ethos and community focus
Free cafe meal during working day
Annual allowance for tickets for events
Living Wage employer

How to apply

You can view the full job description here.

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To apply for the position, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role to info@zionbristol.co.uk.

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Thursday 4th July. Please note that interviews will take place on 10th and 11th July. Interviews may take place in the evening. Please indicate in your application if you are unavailable for an interview on any days/times.

About Zion

Zion Community Space is a community hub in Bedminster Down, where everyone is welcome. We provide a warm safe space for the community, a weekday cafe and an array of events. In 2023, Zion became a Community Benefit Society and community owned by 380 Community Shareholders.

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EVENTS MANAGER

Contract type: permanent
Reports to: Programme Coordinator
Responsible for: Bar Coordinators and Bar Assistants
Hours: 10 hours per week
Pay: £12.50 per hour

About the role

We’re looking for an ambitious, self-motivated and community-focused Event Manager to manage and ensure the smooth running of evening and weekend events at Zion.

You’ll work closely with the team to manage the operation of events and the bar including event set up/pack down, artist and guest liaison, on the day Wedding Coordination and bar work. You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the safe purchasing and sale of alcohol. You’ll manage a small team of Bar Staff.

The role will require someone who is willing to work flexibly and independently. The position will require regular weekend and evening hours. There may be the possibility of overtime.