The Scottish Book Trust seek a Children’s Programme Co-ordinator
Salary: £19,000 Full-time
The post is for a fixed term until the end of June 2013.
Reporting to: Children’s Programme Manager
The Children’s Programme Co-ordinator will support the Children’s Programme Manager in the development, management and delivery of the unique SBT children’s programme.
Person Specification
You will be flexible, inventive and energetic as well as an efficient and competent administrator. Excellent computer skills, familiarity with web 2.0 technologies and an enthusiasm for remaining abreast of contemporary children’s fiction are essential.
This is your opportunity to make a vital contribution to the growth of Scottish Book Trust’s highly successful children’s programme and to develop project and event management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the planning and co-ordinate the delivery of all aspects of the Scottish Children’s Book Awards and affiliated projects
Assist with the delivery of the Authors Live Programme
Assist in the development, management and delivery of Scottish Book Trust’s children’s programme
Assist with marketing of the programme, including management of print production, mail outs and distribution
Assist with website maintenance of the Scottish Book Trust website as well as related sites
Jointly with the rest of the children’s team, maintain Scottish Book Trust’s presences on various social networking sites
Attend events where appropriate acting as an ambassador for Scottish Book Trust
Assist with the monitoring and evaluation of the children’s programme
Work with other teams within SBT as required to co-ordinate any children’s programme input
Other duties as required
Requirements
Experience of project and event management
Substantial administrative experience
A high level of I.T. literacy (web 2.0, Microsoft Office, database entry)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to strict deadlines
Demonstrable experience of marketing elements of event management – ie print production, co-ordinating mailouts/distribution and co-ordinating bookings and participation
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work well as part of a team
Ability to travel throughout Scotland
Knowledge of books, reading and writing and their context in Scotland
The job description also includes any other duties which may be incidental to the above duties but which are necessary to meet the demands of the employer and Scottish Book Trust business.
Appointment will be conditional on securing clearance from PVG/Disclosure Scotland.
Scottish Book Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from disabled people. We will interview all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.
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How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this position, please email your CV and a covering letter, telling us why you are suited to the role and detailing how your skills and experience fulfil the job description, to info@scottishbooktrust.com
The closing date for applications is noon on Monday 14th May 2012
Interviews will take place on 31st May 2012 |