As a Programmes and Events Associate, you will work closely with the Programmes and Events Manager in the implementation of various programmes and events scheduled in the libraries. You will help in planning and organizing programmes and activities as well as carry out other essential operational duties.

Functions & Responsibilities:

• Support the Manager in the planning of all programmes and events and the activities that lead up to these, such as: calls for applications, competitions, space rentals, festivals and so on.
• Support in the communication with other departments to ensure all programmes and events are well prepared for and advertised in various media platforms.
• Coordinate the execution of the annual calendar of events as published quarterly

ROLE PROFILE : PROGRAMMES AND EVENTS ASSOCIATE

• Collect and manage all data relating to programmes and events
• Build and maintain positive relations within the team and external stakeholders
• Schedule and organise programmes & events related meetings/events and maintain the agenda
• Support growth and development of the programmes as needed.
• Coordinate event volunteer involvement, including assistance with placing and training volunteers, tracking hours and ensuring volunteer efforts are recognized.

Competencies

Essential Desirable

Skills & Competencies  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team player
• Very well organized & detail oriented
• Fast learner
• Ability to engage with the community stakeholders
• Passion for the cause
• Creativity
• Professional

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Literature, Arts, Communications or related field
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in programmes and events management

Additional Terms of Work:

• This is full time position
• Hybrid work environment Eastlands (Makadara) and Kaloleni Branches of the McMillan Memorial Library, with a possibility of remote working
• Probationary period of 1 month.
• Working hours are: 9AM- 5PM, Monday to Friday and 9:30AM – 1PM on alternate Saturdays
• Tentative start date: May 2024