Job description
- Federal Government opportunities in Parramatta and Surry hills
- 12-month contract
- APS5 - $55.24/Hourly (excluding super)
- APS6 - $60.26/Hourly (excluding super)
- Hybrid work arrangement
As an Events Officer, you will manage all aspects of event planning, coordination and execution and will be at the forefront of event planning and organisation, playing a crucial role in shaping agency presence in industry summits, conferences, workshops, seminars, and forums.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Leading a team as the Senior Events Officer to manage event coordination and management.
- Collaborating with the Events leadership team to identify key opportunities at events to inform a proactive events strategy.
- Working closely with stakeholders to understand event requirements and align event objectives with organizational goals.
- Developing project plans, monitoring progress, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.
- Monitoring event budgets, tracking expenditure, and ensuring appropriate allocation of financial resources.
- Liaising with venues on event logistics and providing detailed calendar invites for events.
- Negotiating contracts and managing relationships to secure necessary resources and services.
- Identifying potential risks, developing contingency plans, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies, regulations, and health and safety standards.
- Effectively negotiating by listening to differing ideas and views to develop a clear understanding of the issues and presenting persuasive counterarguments.
- Positive contemporary attitudes towards people with disabilities, with a high-level understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals.
- Relevant experience in event coordination, preferably in a large organizational setting.
- Strong digital experience in managing virtual as well as hybrid events.
- Strong project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and suppliers.
- Experience in budget management.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Experience working with EventsAir will be advantageous.
In order to be considered applicants are required to hold an Australian Citizenship.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.
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