Ottobock and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) London 2012 Passion for Paralympics Exhibition

 

Science Communicators job description

 

Ottobock is currently recruiting science communicators who will make a difference to the experience of visitors, including children, adults, families, school groups, VIPs, media and Olympic and Paralympic business leaders, at the Ottobock and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) London 2012 Passion for Paralympics Exhibition. You will be involved with engaging them in the interactive and multi-media exhibition at the following locations:

 

April 11^th - 12^th                          Science Museum, London

April 17^th – May 9th                   Glasgow Science Centre

May 14^th – 27^th                        Manchester, Arndale Centre

July 27^th – Aug 12^th                   Westfield London

August 30^th – Sept 9^th                Olympic Park, London

 

Commitment Required:

 

Those applying for a Science Communicator role must be local to each of the locations. We would ideally like Communicators to work the full run in Manchester, specific days off may not be able to be guaranteed but we will work as best we can with your availability.

 

Staff will receive two days of science communication training and familiarisation with the exhibition. Training days are prior to and in addition to the exhibition dates above.

On behalf of Ottobock, Edinburgh International Science Festival are looking for outgoing people who are excellent communicators and enjoy working with people from 5yrs – 85yrs. Previous communication experience is desirable but not essential; a knowledge and interest in healthcare, science, engineering or technology would be useful but not a requirement. The exhibition is designed to create excitement for the London 2012 Paralympic Games and will suit individuals with experience or interest in sport, education and entertainment. Passion is key and an ability to work hard and retain your sense of humour is essential. 

Further Details:

 

The exhibition: Will comprise of 13 interactive and multi-media installations designed to:

 

• Create excitement for the London 2012 Paralympic Games;
• Build awareness of the role Ottobock will play supporting competing athletes;
• Celebrate Ottobock’s role as a partner to the Paralympic Games since 1988; and,
• Showcase the products used by athletes and people in daily life to restore mobility and lead active, independent fulfilling lives.

 

The installations include wheelchairs, hand-cycles, prosthetics and dummies wearing prosthetics. It incorporates audio-visual, as well as touch-screen technology to give visitors a hands-on experience.

 

Conduct:

 

• To be an Ottobock and Edinburgh International Science Festival Ambassador
• To use language and behavioural conduct appropriate to working in a family and professional environment
• To behave as instructed regarding media, press and sponsors
• To be punctual and reliable, attending all dates and times for training and the exhibition opening hours.

 

Training Dates: Manchester Arndale Centre 12.05.2012 and 13.05.2012

 

Exhibition Dates: May 14^th – 27^th               Arndale Centre, Manchester

 

Pay Rates: Arndale Centre, Manchester will be paid at a rate of £6.50p/h

Application Deadline: as the start of the exhibition is 10 days please send information and availability by Wednesday 9th May 2012

 

How To Apply:

Please email your CV with relevant experience and a short cover letter to the email address below. Please indicate in your application which location(s) you are applying for.  We will consider applications for multiple London Venues.

For further information, please contact Zoë Squair: [log in to unmask] or call 07818 644 739.