Events Coordinator (P/T)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take on the role of Events Coordinator for our busy venue in Kent. The jobholder will be fully responsible for our full calendar of events held at Speedgate Farm in Fawkham.

Please see our Events page on our website for further information on our current calendar of Events - https://www.speedgate.co.uk/blog/events-page/.  

Location: Speedgate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NJ. 

Hours: The successful candidate will be required to work a minimum of 24 hours per week. Days and hours will be discussed during interview but will include weekend working, and will be dependant upon the demands of each event.  Flexibility on days and hours can be discussed and negotiated. There is scope for the job to grow in the future and more hours will be available to the right candidate.

 The successful candidate will ideally have

• Experience of running Equestrian Events including Affiliated Dressage

• Knowledge of online entry platforms such as Horse Monkey

• Excellent customer service skills and an enthusiastic approach to work

• The ability to manage Event volunteers to deliver successful events

• Knowledge of IT systems, Office 365 and social media platforms

• A flexible approach to working as they will be required to assist in other areas of the business during busy periods or during staff absence, including but not limited to retail sales and customer service assistance. 

Job Responsibilities 

The role of Event Coordinator will include all operational aspects of event organisation, from initial planning though to logistics and on-site delivery. This exciting role includes involvement with the following: 

• Office management and all event administration

• Securing judges, volunteers and other officials

• Working alongside the Marketing team in preparing social media adverts and content

• Preparation, build up, running and close down of on-site events

• Input and involvement in delivering in-store and promotional events at both our Fawkham and Headcorn stores as the needs of the business require

• Administration for our Speedgate Country Riding Club annual membership and looking after member enquires

• The opportunity to expand and add to our busy calendar of events with new disciplines where necessary 

For more details and to apply please email your CV and Covering Letter including your location to emma@equine-careers.co.uk 

Please include your reasons for applying for this role and give details on your ideas of how you would drive our events programme forward in the future.