Job vacancy: Events manager (maternity cover)

We are looking to recruit an Events Manager (maternity cover) to manage our varied programme of conferences and events. The Events Manager will be responsible for the development, organisation, and marketing of the Chartered Institute’s programme of internal and external events and will work with senior staff to develop and improve these. Over the past few years we have introduced a successful digital events programme. We are keen to maintain this alongside reintroducing more in-person events.

The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists is the leading professional institute representing archaeologists in the UK and overseas. We champion professionalism in archaeology, setting and monitoring professional standards and promoting best practice. We have over 4000 individual members and 82 organisations on our register.

You will have had previous experience of successfully running and developing a variety of small and large scale professional events, with a proven track record of maintaining a good working relationship with clients, delegates and colleagues. You will understand the basics of digital events and be confident with technology to assist staff with our event platforms and when issues arise. Ideally you will have had experience of working with professional institutes and with volunteers and have membership of a relevant professional body.

CIfA’s policy on equal opportunities

CIfA is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities in archaeology. In line with our equal opportunities policy, we want to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment or access to opportunities for training and development on any grounds not relevant to employment practice.

CIfA would like to actively encourage qualified professionals to apply for this position, regardless of background or personal disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment processes, including assistance with reading this page or associated documents, please contact admin@archaeologists.net

Training will be provided, and we anticipate there will be a handover period with our existing Events Manager.

To apply, please send us a cover letter explaining your experience and how you meet the job description and person specification, along with a copy of your CV to alex.llewellyn@archaeologists.net

Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 10 April 2023. Interviews are expected to take place on 28 April and/or 3 May 2023.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Elizabeth Durst at elizabeth.durst@archaeologists.net