About:

We are the New Organising Collaborative, conveners of the New Organising Conference - a groundbreaking initiative aimed at building collective power to advance social justice. This event brings together a diverse group of participants — including trade unions, community organisers, non-profits, academics, lawyers, and journalists — all with a shared commitment to workers' rights and community organising.

Held annually over a weekend, the Conference fosters learning, inspiration, and collaboration. In September 2025, 60 individuals delivered 44 different sessions to an audience of 130 attendees. [Watch the 2025 Conference video.]

As the Conference preparations ramp up, we are looking for a dedicated Event Coordinator to join our team. Please note: only apply if you are able to start by theend of May (preferably sooner).

Role Overview:

This role is primarily remote, with regular supervision from the Coordinator and in-person meetups twice a year. The role combines both operational and communications responsibilities, including participant registration, accommodation arrangements, and support requests. Additionally, you will help develop and implement a marketing strategy in the lead-up to the Conference.

You’ll have high autonomy and the opportunity to engage with inspiring activists and educators throughout the process. Please note, taking more than one week of holiday during July and August is unlikely due to the nature of the role.

Job Summary:

The Event Coordinator will provide operational and marketing support for the New Organising Conference, with specific responsibility for managing the participant database. We use Action Network and Ticket Tailor for this task. The role offers 5 weeks of paid holiday pro-rata, with PAYE or contractor status negotiable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raise the profile of NOC and attract participants and session leaders through social media, email, and networking, in line with an existing outreach strategy.

• Maintain and manage the participant database (past and present).

• Oversee participant registration for the Conference, including processing payments and liaising with the bookkeeper to generate invoices.

• Recruit volunteers to assist at the event.

• Troubleshoot and provide support throughout the Conference.

• Support various initiatives arising from the NOC.

• Take minutes at Board meetings.

• Assist with any other tasks as required.

We are open to job share arrangements, depending on finding two complementary candidates.

Person Specification:

Essential Skills & Experience

• Ability to hit the ground running

• Strong attention to detail and a love of systems

• Flexibility to cover a variety of tasks

• Experience working independently

• Proven success with outreach via social media

• A persuasive, constructive communication style

• Familiarity with website editors (e.g., Squarespace) and graphic software (e.g., Canva)

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience using Action Network and/or Ticket Tailor

• Background in event management

Application Process:

If you believe you’re a great fit for this role, please submit your application by email to recruitment@neworganisingconference.com. Your application should include:

• A CV

• A full covering letter (maximum of 2 pages) detailing how you meet the person specification

• Contact details for two referees (who will not be contacted unless a provisional offer is made)

For further information about the role, feel free to contact Carolyn (the Coordinator) at carolyn@neworganisingconference.com.

Application Deadline: Midnight, April 26th.

Key Dates:

• Closing Date for Applications: April 26th (may close early if the ideal candidate is found)

• Online Interviews: April 28th

• In-Person Interviews: May 1st, in either The Midlands or London (depending on candidate location)

If selected for an interview, we will send the interview questions ahead of time and make other adjustments if necessary. In addition to the interview, there will be competency tests. All non-AI generated applications with an email address will be acknowledged.

We Welcome Diverse Applicants:

We particularly encourage applications from people who are or have been marginalised on the basis of their class background, income, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexuality, or other characteristics.