Job title: Breeze Project Officer

Salary: SO1 £34,434 - £36,363

Hours: 37 (over a 7-day week including some weekends and unsociable hours)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Leeds City Centre

As a Breeze Event Officer working in a small team you will oversee the management and delivery of a number of child friendly events and festivals, you will thrive on being in the middle of our events programme having the opportunity to bring to life fun, safe, engaging and creative programmes and events that make Leeds the best city for children to grow up in.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

About you

As a Project Officer for the Breeze Team you will bring to the role:

Knowledge and experience of writing and implementing event action plans and schedules.
Knowledge and experience in writing risk assessments and safe operating procedures.
Experience of driving a range of vehicles.
Experience of leading elements on large scale events
Experience of preparing and writing reports and evaluations
Educated to Degree level or professional vocational or post graduate qualifications within the events industry (or a relevant subject / area)

About the role

As a Project Officer, you’ll have a strong passion for events and the ability to solve problems think creatively and deliver practical solutions. You will be able to work to tight schedules and deadlines collaborate and network effectively across a wide range of a staff, contractors, stakeholders, and where necessary clients. The successful candidate will be able to work flexibly and calmly under pressure across multiple projects simultaneously and be able to prioritise work programmes and meet deadlines.

The role is integral to the Breeze team within the Arts, Events & Venues service which organises and manages a diverse programme of events across the city throughout the year.

What we offer you

We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

How to apply

Please apply online with the standard application. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Read our guidancefor further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.

If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Jason Tabor, Breeze Team Manager. Call 0113 37 87169 or email jason.tabor@leeds.gov.uk

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s or Adults’ barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visaroute before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.

Job Description

Job Purpose: To: To manage the development and delivery of fun and safe family friendly events throughout the year within budget.

Responsibilities for Grade:

To lead key projects and events in the Breeze Team
To contribute to the development of the Breeze Teams offer including but not limited to; Healthy Holidays Scheme, Halloween scare event, The Christmas Experience as well as private AAE and corporate bookings.
To support the recruitment and training of casual event staff, to set excellent standards ensuring that the workforce provides the best experience for young people and families in Leeds.
To direct and supervise the work of Event/Project workers and volunteers
To manage budgets assigned to the events / projects that the post will be responsible for in accordance with Leeds City Councils Financial Regulations.
To create, complete and submit the appropriate reports and funding documents to ensure, projects and events run to budget.
To liaise with a range of partners both internal and external to the council, meeting the aims and objectives of the Breeze Team while supporting the councils ambition to be the best city for child to grow up in.
To liaise and engage with a range of stakeholders maintaning strong and effective communication channels.
To support communication and attend relevant meetings and briefings including those involving businesses, Ward members, Community Committees, voluntary and statutory agencies, community groups and .
To undertake any other duties which may be assigned from time to time and that are commensurate with the grade of the post.
To undertake the accountabilities of the post in accordance with council policies including the Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety policies.

Qualifications:

A degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant discipline or able to demonstrate extensive experience in events or a related field.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements.

Method of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview or Certificate.

Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of organisations.
Able to work to a budget.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time.
Ability to prioritise across multiple areas of work
Ability to work at a strategic level.
Able to project manage various programmes.
Able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills.
Able to meet tight deadlines for complex projects.
Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative including identifying needs and resolving problems with practical solutions.
Produce and implement event management plans and work schedules.
Prepare and present reports.
Evaluate and interpret monitoring data to improve outcomes and income.
Demonstrate an ability to work with children, young people, and families.
Knowledge of the role of Breeze in the City and the work it undertakes.
Knowledge of Health and Safety including SOPs and Risk Assessments.
Understanding of the benefits of engaging in cultural activities.
Knowledge of IT software applications relevant to working on events and projects.
Knowledge of processes to manage projects.
Working in outdoor events or related field.
Experience of working to tight deadlines and under pressure
Experience of working at a management level.
Experience of liaison with public, private, and voluntary organisations / agencies.
Experience of managing and motivating staff.
Experience of leading and managing projects and events.
Experience of working unsocial hours and weekends.

Behavioural & other Characteristics required

Demonstrates an enthusiasm for working on live events.
Willingness to work unsocial hours.
A can do mentality and drive to provide the best service possible.
Actively demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion at all times
Commitment to self and team development
A flexible and imaginative approach to problem solving
Ability to work independently and use initiative
To be in possession of a full driving license

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: It is desirable that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates are not required to meet all the Desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates.

Awareness of Government policy, legislation and operational context for major events
Knowledge of the Council’s key strategies and strategic plans
Event Management qualifications.
Additional Health and Safety qualifications.