Event Support Consultant

Location: Global - remote

Type of contract: Consultant

Expected duration: 14 weeks (either 4 or 3 days per week) 56 days maximum

Contact: Capacity Building Manager - Programmes Team

Fees: Based on skills and expertise and will be paid at the national rate for the country in which the consultant is based

Start Date: Immediately

Are you our new Event Support Consultant?

Right now, we are searching for an Event Support Consultant on a fixed term, part-time contract. As the Event Support Consultant, you will play a vital role in coordinating and organising the Africa National Committee Regional Meeting in October 2024; an international event bringing together staff and volunteers from up to 50 countries, to represent UWC national committees, schools and colleges.

The meeting is an important opportunity to build the UWC community, share learnings and best practices, celebrate our achievements and enable collaboration and understanding amongst stakeholder groups.

Working closely with a team of staff and volunteers on the Regional Meeting Planning Committee, the Event Support Officer will liaise directly with flight providers, caterers and hotels to support meeting delegates with their itineraries and preparation for the event. You will keep a database of attendees and providers from the outset tracking information, reporting as necessary and using your negotiation and communication skills as needed.

About us

Changing the world takes passion and dedication
UWC is a global family of schools with a powerful difference. With a shared goal of working towards global peace and sustainability, we bring together young people from around the world to study in one of our eighteen schools on four continents. There they don’t just learn how to be great at passing exams. They learn how to communicate across cultural boundaries. They develop the skills to be a changemaker. They design and engage in initiatives that transform their lives and the lives of those around them for the better.
Our students go on to become leaders in politics, NGOs, social enterprises, community movements, charities, and business. For life, they remain dedicated to the UWC mission and many of them remain in close contact with us, their school, and their peers, becoming part of a global community of over 60,000 changemakers transforming the lives of others.

About UWC International

The UWC International Office serves as the operational arm of UWC International, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity, and stands as a pivotal entity within the UWC movement. Positioned in central London and Berlin, it collaborates extensively with stakeholders across the UWC spectrum, actively engages a robust alumni community comprising more than 60,000 members, and fulfils essential functions for UWC International's governance bodies. Our primary duties encompass global fundraising initiatives, comprehensive communications strategies, promotional endeavours, support for the network of over 150 UWC national committees, global strategy development and implementation, and support services to the UWC schools.

Additional Information

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under UWC International’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

The selected candidate is solely responsible for ensuring that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract.

Application Process

Like what you see? To apply, please follow the link below to our portal and submit an up to date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).

Your cover letter must:

• Indicate how you heard about this role.
• Outline your experience and ability to complete the assignment.
• You should also include details of where you are currently based, the proposed consultancy fee and your availability to take up the assignment.
• Provide the name and contact details of two professional referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to the second round interviews. We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.

Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above will not be considered.
If you want to speak to us about this exciting role please contact us on vacancies@uwcio.uwc.org and we will put you in contact with the hiring manager.

Deadline for application: 23.59 (UK time) on Sunday, 30 June 2024

(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, if you are interested send your application as soon as possible)

Interview and/or assessment dates:

• First round interviews on Thursday, 4 July 2024 (remote)
• Second round interviews on Thursday, 11 July 2024 (to be confirmed)

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Safeguarding Statement

It is expected that the consultant will travel to UWC schools and colleges. Therefore, a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) or international equivalent will be required. We will also take up references during the selection process. Satisfactory references and criminal record checks are required before any offer is confirmed. Referees will not be contacted without your consent.

Diversity Statement

UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’.
At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds and skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and approachable.
We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background.
We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those who are ready to travel with us.