Student Events and Community Officer

Student Events and Community Officer
Closing Date - 29/06/2025
Location - Stanford-le-Hope
Salary - £29,172 - £35,464

At BIMM University, we're more than just an educational institution; we're a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the Role

As an Events and Community Officer you will play a crucial role in enhancing the student experience through a wide range of extra-curricular events and activities. Your expertise will be pivotal in the planning, pre-production, and on-the-day management of events that encompass academic, industry, employability, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), student wellbeing, hobbies, and interests. Your contributions will directly influence the vibrancy and inclusivity of our campus life.

What You'll Do:

• Event Planning & Delivery: Coordinate a diverse calendar of student-focused events, ensuring each is meticulously planned and executed.
• Pre-Production Support: Handle promotion, registration, venue booking, risk assessments, and liaise with presenters, performers, and artists.
• On-the-Day Management: Oversee venue setup, equipment checks, student registration, guest liaison, and staff coordination.
• Risk Assess: Conduct thorough risk assessments for events and external venues as needed.
• Internal Communications: Assist the Events and Community Manager with effective internal communication strategies.
• Feedback Collection: Gather and present student feedback on events to continually improve the student experience.
• Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Work with Course Leadership and Creative Futures teams to facilitate collaborative opportunities.
• BIMM Student Association: Guide and support the BSA team, ensuring a broad range of interests are represented.
• Administration & Reporting: Maintain detailed records and reports of all events and community activities.
• Marketing Collaboration: Work with the Marketing team to capture and promote events through various channels, including social media.

What You'll Bring:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Music, Film & Performing Arts Industry.
• A solid foundation in general education, particularly in English and Mathematics.
• Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Confidence in verbal communication and public speaking.
• Strong organisational and scheduling abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in administration and computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover from the end of August 2025 to the end of September 2026.

Why BIMM University?

We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do:

Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.

We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

How To Apply

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