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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 21^st 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

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