March Manager

Role Summary 

The March Manager is responsible for organising and coordinating all logistics and partnerships related to Pride in Gloucestershire marches. This role ensures that the marches are well-planned, inclusive, and align with the charity’s mission to celebrate and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. 

Duties 

• - Plan and manage all logistics for Pride marches, including routes, permits, and schedules. 
• - Collaborate with the Head of Event Experience to align march activities with overall event goals. 
• - Build and maintain partnerships with local authorities, organisations, and vendors to support march logistics. 
• - Coordinate with production and safety teams to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. 
• - Engage with community groups and organisations to encourage their participation in the marches. 
• - Oversee volunteer assignments and training specific to march operations. 
• - Handle communications and provide updates to stakeholders about march logistics. 
• - Monitor feedback to evaluate the success of the marches and identify areas for improvement. 

Qualities Needed 

• - Strong commitment to the organisation, with excellent judgement and integrity. 
• - Proven experience in event coordination, logistics management, or community engagement. 
• - Excellent organisational and project management skills to oversee complex logistics. 
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders. 
• - Ability to handle challenges and make quick decisions under pressure. 
• - Knowledge of health, safety, and accessibility standards in event planning. 
• - Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive and collaborative mindset. 

General Requirements 

• - Be available for approximately 10 hours per week, with additional time during events. 
• - Be able to use Microsoft Teams and email communication effectively. 
• - Act independently of any other interests and declare any conflict of interests. 
• - Not have any convictions for fraud or dishonesty, never to have been made bankrupt, or disqualified from acting as a company director or charity trustee.