Volunteer Event Assistant

3 weeks ago


Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom Quilombo UK Full time

QuilomboUK is looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals for the role of Event Assistant.

Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.

As an Events Assistant, you will act as a liaison between Quilombo UK and attendees, and play a key role in ensuring the success of events by coordinating logistics and providing on-site support. This position also involves documentation of events and collaboration with various organisations.

If you have strong communication skills, a passion for cultural exchange, and a desire to contribute to the organisation’s mission, we invite you to be part of our team and actively shape the vibrant cultural initiatives of Quilombo UK. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop valuable skills, and build connections within diverse communities.

**Main Tasks**:

- Assist in the planning and execution of events that align with Quilombo UK's mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with the Events Team to ensure smooth operations before, during, and after events.
- Act as a liaison between Quilombo UK and the community, ensuring effective communication and understanding.
- Engage with event attendees, addressing inquiries and providing information about Quilombo UK's initiatives.
- Contribute to promotional efforts to maximise event attendance and community participation.
- Assist in outreach activities to connect with diverse communities and encourage involvement.
- Provide on-site support during events, managing logistics, and assisting with set-up and breakdown activities.
- Collaborate with vendors, performers, and volunteers to ensure a seamless event experience.
- Assist in documenting events through photography, videography, or other mediums as required.
- Contribute to post-event reports and evaluations.

**Required Skills**:

- Enthusiastic about promoting arts, sports, and cultures for intercultural understanding.
- Passionate about fostering cultural awareness, race diversity education, and community well-being.
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with diverse communities.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing event logistics.
- Flexibility to work during weekends or evenings as needed.

**Desirable skills**:

- Previous experience in assisting with event planning and coordination.
- Customer service skills
- Basic skills in photography, videography, or other documentation methods

**The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours of commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Volunteer

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have access to a personal laptop or PC?
- Are you sure you can commit to this job as being a non-paid job?
- Do you think you will be able to commit yourself to the PDP programme, implicitly 12 hours per week, for 16 weeks?

**Experience**:

- Event Management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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