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Commonwealth Games: Event Coordinator

Job Title: Commonwealth Games: Event Coordinator

Reports to: Commonwealth Games: Team Manager  

Team: Commonwealth Games

Contract: Fixed Term Contract until September 2026

Closing Date: 13th November 2025


Commonwealth Games: Event Coordinator

In under 300 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion.

Six of the ten sports and the Opening Ceremony are being hosted at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC). As such, it is expected that the SEC will be a high-profile epicentre of the Games and will likely be the broadcast backdrop to global audiences of over 1 billion.

The SEC are expanding their team, and we’re looking for a motivated Event Coordinator who will work as an integral part of the SEC Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games team in the planning and delivery of the Games. The team’s key function is to coordinate the delivery commitments for the Games, whilst maximising the benefits and legacy of the event being hosted on campus.

As the Commonwealth Games Event Coordinator, you will be responsible for working as part of the Commonwealth Team, your main responsibilities will include:

 

  • To support the SEC Commonwealth Games Event Manager, Assistant Event Manager and full lead team in all aspects of the event planning, delivery and venue operations to ensure smooth and efficient execution.
  • Provide the SEC Commonwealth Games lead team administrative support across all areas of planning & delivery for the event.  
  • To lead and manage the facilitation of site visits that support Games wide stakeholders.
  • Collaborate across SEC departments and stakeholders to promote effective planning, delivery, and positive issue resolution.

Key attributes:

Our ideal candidate is a motivated, reliable, and professional individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to excellence. They are a strong communicator and a natural team player, with a proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to changing priorities within a busy environment.

  • Proven experience of working in a similar role & environment.
  • Ability to demonstrate positive organisational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail.
  • Strong relationship building skills with multiple teams and agencies.
  • Team player with a positive and friendly attitude.

Working within the Commonwealth Games team, this role balances excellent customer experience, strong working relationships, excellent communication, and the gift to deliver with passion.

If this sounds like a role suitable for you, please send your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to peopleteam@sec.co.uk

For the full job description, please click here. 

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