The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for experienced, passionate and dedicated Event Assistants to join the team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.  
 

EIF is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and applications from candidates of all communities and backgrounds. Inclusive culture is the foundation for a successful workplace, this is a key focus for us across our staff, our artists, and our audiences.
 

To increase the diversity of our staff, our recruitment includes the Rooney Rule - regarding ethnicity – and Disability Confident Scheme for interviews. For more information go to our website.

The Role:
As part of the Development Team, the Event Assistants will assist the Event Officers in delivering events and hospitality for our donors, members, supporters, and artists.  Assisting the Event Officer, the Event Assistant plans and manages on-site the private interval lounges during Festival performances; supports broader event planning and logistics such as processing invoices, managing guest/invitation lists, ordering and organising supplies, and setting up/breaking down events equipment; interacting with donors and stakeholders; liaising with other departments; and any other tasks as required to fulfil the stewardship and engagement strategy.    

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Closing date for applications: Tuesday 31 March 2026, 12:00pm

Due to the high volume of applications received for this role, it is possible the job opening will close before the application closing date. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland. 
Registered charity number SC004694.