Events and Engagement Officer

Here at Northumbria Police, we think our region is amazing! It takes a great deal of people from different backgrounds, with diverse skills and experience to serve our force area effectively, think you have what it takes to help us make a difference? This could be the perfect time for you to join us in our Communication and Engagement Team as a Events and Engagement Coordinator.
Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences that bring people together and strengthen organisational culture? We\’re looking for a creative, enthusiastic individual to join our team and play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering a diverse programme of corporate events on behalf of the Chief Constable. These events will engage both internal colleagues and external stakeholders, showcasing our values and vision in action.
Working closely with our Internal Engagement Advisors, you\’ll help shape and deliver events that bring our people and communities together. Aligned with our Internal Engagement Strategy and annual forward plan, your work will ensure events are impactful and engaging.
What you\’ll do
+ Develop and implement a programme of engaging events on behalf of the Chief Constable, including reward and recognition ceremonies, Long Service Awards, and the Force\’s Memorial event.
+ Deliver effective event planning that supports the priorities outlined in our Internal Engagement Strategy, ensuring timelines are realistic and achievable within the demands of the Force.
+ Collaborate with senior stakeholders and departments to embed a consistent approach to event planning and maximise engagement across the organisation.
+ Provide timely and detailed creative briefs to the Creative department, ensuring all written content is submitted in line with deadlines and supports the delivery of impactful events.
+ Support and coordinate external awards nominations, helping our people achieve the reward and recognition they deserve.
+ Work closely with the wider communications and engagement team to develop internal and external engagement plans, offering support and advice on event delivery and messaging.
+ Contribute innovative and creative ideas to continuously improve how we engage our people and communities through the Force\’s corporate events calendar.
Sound interesting? For further information, and to support your application, please view the job description., We are proud members of the Business Disability Forum, with whom we collaborate with to improve the lives of disabled employees. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, therefore if you demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as stated in the advert, we will progress your application and offer you an interview.
If you tell us that you have a disability, we can make adjustments to support you through the recruitment process (for example we can arrange extra time for tests or provide a sign language interpreter) You can get in touch with us via careers@northumbria.police.uk for any support regarding the application process. Please provide us with plenty of notice so we can ensure your visit goes smoothly.
Use of AI in Applications: At Northumbria Police, we embrace innovative technologies to enhance our recruitment process. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While AI can be a valuable resource, we encourage applicants to ensure their submissions accurately reflect their personal qualifications, experiences, and skills. Our selection process includes thorough evaluations to verify the authenticity and suitability of all applications. We value genuine and thoughtful responses that showcase your unique strengths and perspectives.
We are committed to building a dynamic, agile workplace where meaningful connection are key. For roles designated as agile or home-based, employees will work from a Force site at least once a week, with two days recommended. Hiring managers will be happy to discuss how this works in practice at interview stage.
This approach helps build strong relationships, supports wellbeing, and fosters collaboration across teams.
If your application is successful, we\’ll ask you to complete a Recruitment Vetting (RV) form, therefore you must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 3 years to ensure vetting checks can be successfully performed. A job offer will be dependent upon vetting clearance, medical information, and references.

+ Significant experience of organising and co-ordinating corporate events.
+ Proficient administration skills to manage general day to day administration in event delivery.
+ Excellent written skills to produce content for events.
+ Attention to detail to ensure successful event delivery.
+ A good level of customer service skills working together with a venues, attendees, and managers to ensure people are informed.
+ Demonstrable ability to review the performance of events and evaluate the impact. Be able to resolve problems through a positive solution approach.
+ An understanding and commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion
+ Ability to deal discreetly with matters of a sensitive or confidential nature.
+ Prepared to work unsociable hours to support engagement activity – when required.
+ Have the capability to travel to different locations across the Force area to undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working; public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. For this reason, a full UK driving licence is considered essential.
Desirable:
+ Degree in Event Management (or similar) or demonstrable work experience in hospitality, events or conferences.
+ Video creation and editing skills.
+ Budget planning skills

Our purpose at Team NP is simple: to keep people safe and to fight crime. But it takes more than officers alone to do the job – and that\’s where our 2,000-strong team of police staff and 200 volunteers come in.
As one of the largest police forces in England we have a huge variety of departments and specialisms offering you endless opportunities. From mentoring and coaching schemes and online soft skills courses to leadership development programmes; we\’ll give you the support, training and time to carve out the career you always wanted.
As one of the top 50 UK inclusive employers and a disability confident employer, we promote a culture of respect in the workplace so everyone can feel seen, heard and valued.
Whether you\’re a member of staff or a volunteer, you can also expect first-rate support to manage your health and wellbeing. With year-round events, a 24/7 welfare support hotline and a leading approach to neurodiversity, our initiatives enable you to be at your best.
Above all else, here at Team NP, we can offer you a career that is so much more than just a job, it\’s a chance to be part of something that really matters.

+ 26 days\’ leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays
+ NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
+ Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave
+ Flexi time – allowing you to fit your working hours around your individual needs
+ Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
+ Agile working – option to work from home, your team zone, and spaces across the force
+ Fantastic market-leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution
+ Corporate travel schemes – local rail, bus services and metro discounts
+ Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
+ Discounts on shopping and eating out thanks to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
+ We\’ve invested in extensive paid sick leave, trained mental health first aiders on-site, an employee advice service for the times you need that additional support.
+ Access to gyms in some stations
+ Sports & Social Club – join our thriving sports scene at Team NP and enjoy further exclusive discounts on days out and travel
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Opportunity to volunteer in local community
Just so you know
Candidates with priority status will be given precedence for this role over other applicants.

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