education Quedgeley, England
Job description
Join the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) and help promote excellence in the veterinary profession.
The role:
The British Small Animal Veterinary Association, based near Gloucester with hybrid working, has a fantastic opportunity for an Education Coordinator.
This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic organiser to help support the BSAVA regional structure with the preparation and delivery of regional CPD meetings and other events. You will liaise with various groups of people from volunteers to speakers and venues, delegates and colleagues, meeting deadlines related to delivery.
Skills and experience:
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills to ensure that the various stakeholders involved in the organisation of courses are clear on deadlines and tasks and that these are followed up as necessary.
An awareness of event or course organisation and the multitude of tasks that contribute to a successful programme is essential to ensure that the many tasks that contribute to success are all completed on time.
A key factor will be the ability to work alongside many people, mainly volunteers, who are not based at our headquarters but are in the veterinary community. Building effective relationships with these people is key to being successful in this role.
The right person will be confident to deal with a variety of people, delivering the same high level of service to all and who is able to make suggestions to keep everything on track for delivery, managing the expectations of the stakeholders.
It is essential this individual has excellent IT skills and the ability to understand how the various systems work together.
In addition, it would be desirable if you have experience in working with volunteers, as these will be your main contact whilst in the role.
About the BSAVA:
The BSAVA is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, we work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research and developing policy. Each year we deliver numerous education courses, host the largest small animal Congress in Europe, and publish books, manuals, apps and magazines.
This post is a part time fixed-term contract role for six months, working 30 hours per week (specific hours to be discussed and agreed) within the Regions department, reporting to the Volunteer Manager.
Our reward package for this role includes a basic salary of between £23,500 - £26,500 per annum (pro rata and depending on experience). In addition, we offer generous employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service.
We also offer:
Holiday starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) pro rata, rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days.
Support for hybrid working for our employees, meaning you can work at home for two days a week and we also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
Life assurance of 4 x annual salary.
Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
Training and development
Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, we offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
Last but by no means least, we have regular social activities and events for those who wish to join!
And we are:
Community friendly – offering paid leave to volunteer for a charity or not for profit organisation.
Committed to supporting sustainability in our work and in the veterinary profession. The Association has completed a certified carbon audit and has been awarded Bronze accreditation with Investors in the Environment.
So, if you are bold and innovative, strive for excellence whilst taking ownership and accountability of your work, show passion for what you do and work effectively in a team – then you’ll be a great fit for the Association.
