Join Our Team – Festival Coordinator

Role Details

• Location: Remote. On-site availability in Bristol is required on 21 June 2025
• Pay: £750 (all-inclusive)
• Commitment: Approx. 50 hours total, including:
• - 8-10 planning meetings (1 hour each) between April and June
• - 3 hours per week for 10 weeks leading up to the festival
• - Full-day (10 hours) on-site commitment on event day (21 June 2025)

Key Responsibilities

• Artist & Supplier Coordination – Managing contracts, artist commissions, and supplier communications.
• Festival Planning & Oversight – Contributing ideas, attending meetings, and tracking key actions.
• Engagement & Operations – Liaising with volunteers, community groups, and partners.
• Logistics & Event Management – Overseeing security, risk assessments, schedules, and on-the-day coordination.
• Marketing & Promotion – Supporting outreach efforts to maximise audience engagement.
• Post-Festival Review – Collecting feedback and archiving key festival materials.

Requirements

• Fluency in both Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong knowledge of Sudanese culture, arts, and traditions.
• Experience in event planning, community engagement, or arts coordination.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, attend weekly meetings, and be on-site in Bristol on 21 June 2025.
• Experience in managing volunteers, artists, and suppliers.
• Basic understanding of health & safety, risk assessment, and event logistics.
• Experience in marketing, outreach, or audience engagement is a plus.

How to Apply

To apply, please send an email to info@sudafest.org with the subject line “Festival Coordinator Role.”

Attach your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role, along with the skills and experience you bring.

Additional Information

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in celebrating Sudanese culture in the UK. We look forward to hearing from you!

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