Events

Head of Events

The Head of Events plans and organizes all society events, ensuring each event runs smoothly within budget and standards. This role coordinates all logistical aspects, from venue selection to vendor management and post-event evaluations.


Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize, and oversee all society events, including large-scale dinners, cultural nights, and other social gatherings.

  • Ensure each event is executed smoothly, adhering to budget constraints and society standards.

  • Coordinate logistics, from venue selection to vendor management and post-event evaluations.

Characteristics we are looking for:

  • Strong organizational and event planning skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and under pressure.

  • Previous experience in event management or planning is highly preferred.


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Head of Workshops

The Head of Workshops coordinates diverse workshops that promote Mexican culture and creative activities like cooking, arts, and mixology. This role involves collaborating with various university societies to deliver engaging and educational content. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, experience in event facilitation, and a passion for cultural and creative education.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage educational and cultural workshops that promote Mexican culture and issues relevant to our charitable objectives.

  • Liaise with speakers, workshop leaders, and other educational contributors.

  • Ensure content is informative, engaging, and aligns with our mission to educate and inform.

  • Engage with different university societies and arrange collaborations.

  • Expand workshop themes to include creative events such as cooking classes, cocktail making, and art sessions.

Characteristics we are looking for:

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to curate educational content.

  • Experience in educational programming or workshop facilitation.

  • Passion for cultural education and community engagement, with an interest in integrating practical, hands-on learning experiences.


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Events Team

Members of the Events Team support the Head of Events and Head of Workshops in planning and executing events. Responsibilities include handling specific tasks like guest registration and decoration, and assisting in the setup and teardown of events.


Responsibilities:

  • Support the Head of Events and Head of Workshops in all aspects of event planning and execution.

  • Aid in planing and executing events involving; contacting venues, vendors, decorations, bar services, security/first aid, or any other necessary component in an event or workshop.
  • Handle specific tasks such as guest registration, decoration, and coordination with vendors.

  • Assist in the setup and teardown of events, ensuring all operations run smoothly.

Characteristics we are looking for:

  • Good communication and organizational skills.

  • Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

  • Previous experience in hosting or organizing events is beneficial.


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Full Name  *
University Email (—@st-andrews.ac.uk) *
Which position are you applying for? *
Why do you want to be a part of Mexican Society? *
Why have you chosen to apply for this position and why do you believe to be appropriate for the role? *
What experience do you have with event planning? Do you have any examples of successful events you’ve had involvement in organizing?
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Describe your vision for the future events of Mexican Society. What would be your ideal Mexican Society event, and what steps would you need to take to make it happen?
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What elements do you consider crucial when planning an event to ensure its success?
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Mexican Society always aims to provide new and intriguing aspects to our events in order to offer our attendees with a unique experience they wouldn’t get anywhere else-  do you have any ideas you’d try to include in future events that would set us apart from other societies and event collectives? *
*For Head of Workshops Applicants Only*
What 3 workshops would you be most interested in arranging, and what societies (if any) would you contact and aim to collaborate with to make these workshops happen?
(For example- Last semester Mexican Society collaborated with Bartenders Against Temperance and held a cocktail class with tequila and Mezcal based drinks)  
* For Head of Events/Workshops Applicants Only*
Your Position requires you to manage a team, and collaborate closely with other committee heads- what experience on leadership positions do you have- and how do you plan on motivating your team to achieve the demanding work essential for running a successful event?
What is your favorite thing about Mexico?
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Thank you for your interest in Mexican Society! We are very excited to review your application and will be in contact as soon as we can.
If your application is successful we’ll arrange an interview for some additional questions.
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