ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE AND HAVE EXCELLENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS?

Job type: Full Time (40 hrs/week), potential option of part-time for the right candidate
Location: Based at Changemaker Studios Portsmouth, Portsmouth Guildhall OR Changemaker Studios London, Maida Vale.
Time period: Initial 12 months fixed term (with a view to extending)
Salary: £28,433.60 – £31,470.40 Outside London OR £30,846.40 – £33,883.20 in London (Salary Bands S4-S7)
Start date: Wednesday 1st October 2025 (Flexible for the right person)
Apply by: Wednesday 27th August 2025
Interview Date/s: Tuesday 2nd September 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION – ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE AND HAVE EXCELLENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS?

Join an exciting, fast-paced and growing social enterprise as a Projects & Events Officer focusing on helping drive Unloc’s lead generation alongside supporting large projects and events.
You’ll be joining an organisation that believes every young person can be a changemaker. By developing young people’s skills and confidence, we empower them to shape their lives and the world around them. Watch the short video below to see the impact we’re leading and how you could be part of it:

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*-C / 9-4 (or equivalent).
• Two A-Levels at grade A*-C (or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Level 2 ICT qualification.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent industry experience).
• A suitable project management qualification e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential:

• Previous work providing project management support for larger projects.
• Previous experience participating in events to showcase an organisation.

Desirable:

• Previous experience of working for a social enterprise.
• Previous knowledge of the education and/ or public sector.
• Previous experience working with corporates

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Essential:

• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High-level communication skills including written and verbal communication.

Desirable:

• High level of skill when using Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain a professional online image including social media platforms such as Instagram and LinkedIn. This includes promoting Unloc’s work and opportunities for young people.