OXFORD PRIDE

role details

Marketplace officer

Our marketplace and community stalls are vital for our Pride attendees and a great source of income for us. We need someone to process applications for both Stall and Food traders prior to the event and manage the marketplace zones on the day, you will be required to work closely with the Operations Officer.

location

Oxford, Oxfordshire

working hours

Flexible

Voluntary unpaid

Expenses only

What will I be doing?

  • Organise and manage bookings for commercial, community and charity stalls for Pride Parade Day.
  • Sell catering concessions for food and drinks at the discretion of the Management Committee
  • Source, negotiate and book gazebos, market stalls, tables and chairs (with Operations Officer).
  • Design the layout of stalls and catering (with the Operations Officer).
  • Work in consultation with the Operations Officer to ensure that all stalls and catering are suitably contracted and that required licenses have been obtained.
  • Assisting with the provision of a Family Area and Quiet Zone during Oxford Pride Parade Day (in liaison with the Community Officer).
  • Plan and assist stall holders arrival set up and take down schedule on Oxford Pride Parade Day.

What do I need?

Ability to work to deadlines, communicate effectively, working on your own and within a team. Previous event management experience desirable but not essential.

The benefits:

  • Meet new people
  • Learn new skills
  • Develop new interests
  • Improve your self confidence
  • Give back to the community

How do I apply for the role?

To apply or re-apply for an officer position for the 2024-2025 year, please email the Secretary – secretary@oxfordpride.uk – and Chair – chair@oxfordpride.uk – by 25/08/2024 with the following:

  1. Reason for Your Application (max 200 words)
  2. Qualities/Experience You Bring (max 200 words)
  3. Up-to-date CV

The Secretary will contact you with the outcome from the executive directors or to arrange next steps. Your data will be used according to Oxford Pride’s GDPR Policy, available on our website under Bylaws. Non-successful applicants can request feedback.

Membership Requirement: You must be a member of Oxford Pride to stand for any position. To become a member, please complete our membership form.

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