Entrepreneurship Events And Activity Assistant

Job Description

Entrepreneurship sits at the core of QMUL and plays a vital role in driving innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. As part of our growing focus on entrepreneurial culture, we are expanding activities and events that inspire students and staff to explore new ideas, build valuable skills, and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. To support this mission, we are seeking a dynamic Entrepreneurship Events and Activity Assistant to work closely with our Associate Director of Entrepreneurship and the Queen Mary Innovation (QMI) Team in planning and executing a wide range of engaging initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Event Planning & Execution:  Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of entrepreneurial events, including workshops, training sessions, showcase and networking events. Provide logistical support before, during and after entrepreneurial events to facilitate effective communication with speakers and the entrepreneurial community. 
  + Venue & Resource Management: Book and manage rooms, catering, and required resources for events to ensure smooth operations. 
• Marketing & Promotion: Promote events across the university using newsletters, and student networks to maximise participation. 
• Administrative Support: Maintain event schedules, track attendance, gather feedback, and support budgeting and reporting activities. 
• Innovative Contributions: Suggest and develop new ideas to foster an engaging entrepreneurial environment on campus. 
• Time commitment: 1 day per week over the first 3 months (Feb to April) and 3-4h per week from April to July with the understanding that specific event dates will require increased availability to ensure successful execution.

Benefits:

• Gain hands-on experience in event planning, project management, and stakeholder engagement. 
• Expand your professional network. 
• Develop valuable skills (e.g. leadership, project management) that will enhance your resume and contribute to your personal and professional growth 
• Flexible working hours designed to accommodate your academic commitments

If you are ready to take on this exciting role and contribute to a thriving entrepreneurial culture, we encourage you to apply!

Current QMUL Student

• Experience in organising events or managing projects is highly desirable. 
• Familiarity with room booking processes and campus event logistics is a plus.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. 
• Enthusiasm for entrepreneurship and desire to play a vital role in fostering innovation within our QMUL community.