Search is on for event business coordinator for town

Cadwyn Clwyd is seeking to appoint a freelance event business coordinator for Llangollen. 

The person chosen will work on behalf of a number of local organisations including Llangollen Food Festival, Llangollen Fringe, the Christmas Festival, Llangollen Railway events and the International Eisteddfod. 

The role, which will have a budget of £18,000, will focus on promoting networking and collaboration, supporting local businesses, and contributing to the overall prosperity of Denbighshire. 

According to an online advertisement, the project aligns with the objectives of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) by “building pride in place, increasing life chances, and supporting local business.” 

The person appointed will also be expected to create a pool of at least 50 volunteers and coordinate their involvement in various town events. 

The co-ordinator will be contracted on a self-employed basis during the six-month project, starting in June and ending in December. 

They will report regularly to a steering group of key stakeholders. 

The role specification says the person must have experience of working with business on a collective basis to develop and implement joint projects and also of communications and public relations. 

They would be required to have a weekly presence in Llangollen whilst an element of home working could be part of the role. 

Deadline for applications is 4pm on Wednesday June 12.  

Cadwyn Clwyd is a social enterprise which provides guidance and support to communities and enterprises in North East Wales and further afield. 

* Go to https://bit.ly/3WKVtFN for details on how to apply.