The International Organization for Peace and Social Justice UK (PSJ UK) is a non-profit dedicated to creating a more peaceful, just, and developed society. We advocate for policy change, raise awareness about critical social and political issues, and strengthen communities within the Nigerian and African diaspora in the UK. Our work involves public engagement and strategic partnerships to drive peace, security, and sustainable development                                  

https://www.psjuk.org

ROLE TITLE:  Events and Campaign Team Lead 
DEPARTMENT: Events and Campaign
LEVEL: Volunteer 

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Events and Campaign Team Lead will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of events and campaigns that align with PSJ UK’s mission and strategic objectives. The role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to lead a team of volunteers to deliver impactful and well-coordinated events.
 

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:
·  Plan and coordinate both physical and virtual events, including awareness campaigns, webinars, workshops, and outreach programs.

•   Work closely with other departments to ensure alignment between campaign goals and organizational priorities.
•  Supervise and guide team members in the execution of tasks and ensure timely delivery of assigned responsibilities.
•  Develop event concepts, timelines, and promotional strategies to ensure high participation and engagement.
•  Liaise with external partners, guest speakers, and stakeholders for event participation and collaboration.
•  Oversee logistics, publicity, and post-event evaluation to measure impact and identify areas for improvement.
•  Maintain proper documentation and reports for all campaigns and events.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative and strategic thinking abilities.
• Good time management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a remote team.
• Passion for advocacy, social impact, and community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCES

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in event planning, campaign management, project coordination, or volunteer leadership (formal or informal settings).
• Proven track record in organizing successful events or leading advocacy initiatives, preferably within nonprofit or community-focused organizations.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing logistics for online and physical events.

Technical Proficiency:

• Familiarity with virtual meeting and collaboration platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, or Slack.
• Basic knowledge of design and communication tools like Canva, Google Workspace, and social media platforms for publicity and coordination.
• Ability to use project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana) is an added advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse groups.
• Commitment to PSJ UK’s mission, vision, and values.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about social causes and community impact.
• Reliable, proactive, and result-oriented.
• Creative and resourceful thinker with a positive attitude.
• Flexible and able to adapt to dynamic team environments.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

EXPECTATIONS & BEHAVIOURS

We have a clear set of Behaviors and Expectations of our people at PSJ UK and the following are essential to this role:

Valuing People:
• Is always equitable, fair and works with integrity. Proactively looks for ways to develop the team and is comfortable providing clarity by explaining the rationale behind decisions. 
Taking Ownership: 
• Is highly self-aware, looking for ways to improve, both taking on board and offering constructive feedback. Inspires others to take accountability for their own areas. 
Forward Thinking: 
• Drives the development, sharing and implementation of new ideas and improvements to support strategic objectives. Engages others in the improvement process.