Vacancy ID: 18120 We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Events and Communications Officer to support the planning and delivery of events, manage communications, and provide administrative support for our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong event planning and communication skills to contribute to an impactful environment. The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-time for an initial duration of 12 weeks with a pay rate of £14.67 per hour holiday pay Key Responsibilities: Organise and manage meetings and events (online, hybrid, and in-person), including logistics, catering, materials preparation, and guest management. Act as the main point of contact for suppliers and event administration. Update and maintain the website, and manage communications via newsletters, mailing lists, and social media. Provide administrative support, including responding to enquiries, booking travel, and assisting with budget monitoring and reporting. Selection Criteria: Proven experience in planning and managing events (including online platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, and MS Teams). Experience updating websites and using social media in a professional context. Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to handle narrative, numerical, and financial data accurately. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp). Ability to manage a varied workload, work to deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a team. Please be aware that all candidates need to be able to start work immediately and must be able to work on site if required to do so. The Temporary Staffing Service supports University of Oxford departments and affiliated colleges with the recruitment of temporary admin and clerical staff. Personal information provided to the University of Oxford is held in accordance with the provisions of the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. The University’s Policy on Data Protection may be viewed at https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy Further information can about the Temporary Staffing Service can be found on our website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/temporary-staffing-service