Rugby Borough Council's Rugby Town team is recruiting two part-time assistant event officers, one on maternity cover and one on a fixed-term contract to April 2028. The work supports the Event and Marketing Officer in planning, delivering and promoting council-run town centre events, including scheduling social media and website content in line with the new place brand. The post is 30 hours a week with hybrid working up to 60%, and sits within an expanded 2026 events programme. Applicants must state their preferred role in their supporting statement.
What the job involves
- Support the Event and Marketing Officer in planning, delivering and promoting council-managed town centre events
- Help deliver the overall town centre event and marketing strategy
- Schedule and publish content on the Rugby Town social media pages and website
- Keep promotional materials up to date and in line with brand guidelines
- Carry out administrative duties with high accuracy
- Support the physical delivery of events
- Organise event bookings and documents
- Collect event evaluation data
- Work in partnership with town centre stakeholders, internal departments, event staff and suppliers
Experience
- Experience working in a customer-facing environment
Skills & knowledge
- Basic knowledge and understanding of event delivery
- Confidence using and updating websites and social media
- Creative approach to digital content and promotional material
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
Other
- Highly organised
- Works well as part of a team
Nice to have
- Experience of supporting the delivery of events
What’s offered
- 35 days annual leave including 8 bank holidays and 3 extra Christmas days, pro rata
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Hybrid working up to 60% and flexi time
- Learning and development, structured induction and professional subscription for approved professionals
- Family friendly policies and generous compassionate leave
- Independent health and wellbeing support
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Retail discounts and cycle to work scheme
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Assistant Event Officer employer: Rugby Borough Council
Rugby Borough Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises both community impact and employee wellbeing. With a strong commitment to personal development, we offer extensive career opportunities, hybrid working options, and a supportive work culture that fosters growth and collaboration. Join us in making a meaningful difference in one of the UK's fastest-growing boroughs while enjoying generous benefits such as 35 days of leave, learning programmes, and family-friendly policies.
