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We are currently recruiting for a Festival of Science Officer to work full time on the BA Festival of Science. Details are below. Please contact me if you wish to discuss the role before applying. Kind regards Jo Overall Purpose of the job The Festival of Science Officer is responsible for assisting in the running of the BA’s Annual Festival of Science in September working to the Festival of Science Manager and alongside the Science Events Assistant in the months leading up to the Festival. Key responsibilities * Taking the lead on the production of the Festival of Science Programme and advance materials * Liaising closely with the organisers and speakers within the Festival to determine specific requirements * Providing key staff at the host venue with information regarding the requirements for venues in use during the Festival * Managing the audit and allocation of accommodation, audio-visual and other logistical requirements for the Festival of Science * Updating programme content and other information on the relevant parts of the BA website * Working with the Festival Manager and key partners to ensure that the marketing campaign for the Festival is co-ordinated and appropriate * Providing support for the Programme Planning Committee and for Sections of the Association * Liaising closely with event organisers over the audience, style and formats of their events encouraging maximum interaction with and involvement of audiences * Liaising closely with the wider team in the division and across other divisions at all levels * Assisting the development of the Festival of Science as appropriate for the 21st century * Assisting the Manager in producing estimates and budgets * Other tasks as reasonably required by the line manager or Section Director. Key working relationships The postholder will be expected to liaise with colleagues across the organisation, but is likely to develop significant working relationships with the following people: * Festival of Science Manager * Director of Programmes * Young Peoples Programme Officer (Promotions and Events) * Supporter Development Assistant Person Specification The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: * Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Access * Some knowledge of design software, Quark and Photoshop in particular * An ability to prepare clear, concise briefing materials and instructions * Excellent interpersonal skills * Some experience and skill in event management * Experience of working on numerous tasks in parallel * Successful experience of liaising closely with numerous stakeholders. * Education to degree level or equivalent * An interest in working in a science-based organisation * That they are comfortable dealing with people at all levels within the organisation and externally * Some knowledge of the science and/or science communication communities * An ability to work independently and as part of a team Terms and conditions The position is offered at a salary of circa £21,000 p.a. depending on experience. From time to time the job entails working extended hours and occasional weekends, for which no overtime payments are made. However, the BA does operate a time off in lieu policy. Applicants should note that hours may be particularly demanding, including weekends, during the Festival of Science in September. The BA offers a number of benefits to employees, including a contributory pension scheme, death in service insurance, and an interest free season ticket loan scheme. To apply For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Joanne Coleman (telephone 020 7019 4936 or email [log in to unmask]). To apply please send a CV and covering letter to HR Officer, the BA, Wellcome Wolfson Building, 165 Queen’s Gate, London SW7 5HD or by e-mail to [log in to unmask] by 12.00pm on Wednesday 21 March. National Science and Engineering Week (9-18 March) is here, bringing ten days of activity, debate and discovery galore… Visit the BA (British Association for the Advancement of Science) website for the chance to take part in the search for “The Nation’s Favourite Experiment” and to find out what events are happening near you: http://www.the-ba.net/nsew. Joanne Coleman Festival of Science Manager the BA (British Association for the Advancement of Science) Wellcome Wolfson Building 165 Queen's Gate London SW7 5HD T: +44 (0)20 7019 4936 F: +44 (0)870 770 7102 M:+44 (0)7817 458115 Website: www.the-ba.net Registered charity with the Charity Commission: No 212479 please consider the environment before printing this email ________________________________________________________________________ This email has been scanned by the MessageLabs Email Security System on behalf of the BA (British Association for the Advancement of Science) ________________________________________________________________________