Project/Event Director
(Oxford Taiji Gongfu Institute, OTGI) (Reference 0601TK)
£13,000 p.a. + Annual Bonus

18 months contract with probability of further extension

OTGI is looking for a strong professional project/event director for its spectacular events in 2007. The post will suit Project Management professionals who are interested in culture exchange or Martial Art professionals who have strong technical ability in Events organizing.

Reporting to the Headtecher and Executives of OTGI, the employed person will work with a professional team of experts who are specialised in promotion and consultancy of China Culture and Martial Art. As the project leader you will have a unique opportunities to play a key role in the development of  our exciting Tai Chi and Kung Fu events including Kung Fu Kids Movie Star Competition, Tai Chi 1,000 people action and Tai Chi and Kung Fu show – UK Tour 2007 which forms part of Oxfordshire’s Millennium celebrations in 2007. You will also be responsible to funding application and sponsorships for these projects and related commercial activities.

Other responsibilities may include improving management and maintenance of the current OTGI business development and marketing.

You should be

- Effective project management and excellent communication skills
- 3 year or more professional experiences in Business Management
- Fluent in both spoken and written English and Chinese Mandarin
- A track record of successfully developing and delivering a range of cultural projects

Ability to work in a professional manner and work under pressure is required.

The appointees could have opportunity to be involved in the Oxford Taiji Gongfu Institute’s new branches development. Further opportunity of employment may come available.

Application (please quote the references) should be sent to the Director, Oxford Taiji Gongfu Institute, 187a Howard Street, Oxford, OX4 1NL, providing:

1. Your bilingual (English & Chinese) CV including personal details, relevant education, employment and experience
2. A bilingual (English & Chinese) cover letter explaining your reasons of applying, your current employment status (visa status if non-EU)
3. Two references sent directly from your recent employers or two referees' details.

The post is immediately available and will be open until filled. The first round of interviews will likely to be carried out before 1st Oct 2006.