Role description Meetings Secretary (Conference) – Main tasks and responsibilities Is responsible for the organisation of an annual Conference/AGM Tasks include: identification of themes, procurement of speakers and venue, development of the programme for the day/s, marketing, bookings, refreshments, budget and evaluation* Secures the help of the Development Officer and Communications Secretary (marketing and comms), Minutes Secretary (AGM), Treasurer (budget) and other Board members and volunteers to develop and deliver the programme effectively Brings recommendations for the development of the meetings programme with the Meetings Secretary (Forums) to the Board for consideration and implements the decisions Skills, experience and outlook required Highly organised, with an attention to detail; able to plan, prioritise and delegate Experience of organising events or of attending regional events giving you an – understanding of the scope, standard and activities involved Experience of drawing up and handling budgets an advantage 4. Ability to generate/develop commercial income (e.g. sponsorship) an advantage An interest in current ideas, trends and issues that affect museums A commitment to the South West Fed and its role in supporting and developing the museum workforce in the South West *It should be noted that the 2019 Conference venue and date have been provisionally secured in Cornwall. May 2018
Role description – Meetings Secretary (Conference) Main tasks and responsibilities Is responsible for the organisation of an annual Conference/AGM Tasks include: identification of themes, procurement of speakers and venue, development of the programme for the day/s, marketing, bookings, refreshments, budget and evaluation* Secures the help of the Development Officer and Communications Secretary (marketing and comms), Minutes Secretary (AGM), Treasurer (budget) and other Board members and volunteers to develop and deliver the programme effectively Brings recommendations for the development of the meetings programme with the Meetings Secretary (Forums) to the Board for consideration and implements the decisions Skills, experience and outlook required Highly organised, with an attention to detail; able to plan, prioritise and delegate Experience of organising events or of attending regional events – giving you an understanding of the scope, standard and activities involved Experience of drawing up and handling budgets an advantage 4. Ability to generate/develop commercial income (e.g. sponsorship) an advantage An interest in current ideas, trends and issues that affect museums A commitment to the South West Fed and its role in supporting and developing the museum workforce in the South West *It should be noted that the 2019 Conference venue and date have been provisionally secured in Cornwall. May 2018