Events Officer | Local Government
Location: Melbourne, Eastern Suburbs
Pay Rate: $59 + Super
Contract Length: Temporary / Contract (Initial 6-month term with potential to extend)
About The Opportunity
Randstad is proud to partner with a prominent Local Government body to recruit an experienced and highly organized Events Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Economic and Cultural Activation Service Unit and lead the delivery of high-profile civic events that celebrate and connect the local community.
As an Events Officer, you will be the driving force behind the Annual Event Program. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for creating high-quality community experiences, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and evaluation of diverse events. Your day-to-day will include:
Event Leadership: Leading the planning and delivery of the Annual Grant Celebration, Community Awards, and Australian Citizenship Ceremonies.
Strategic Planning: Developing comprehensive event plans, including timelines, budgets, risk management, and resource allocation.
Logistics & Compliance: Coordinating internal departments and external vendors while ensuring all legislative requirements are met.
Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating regular meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review upcoming events and gather input.
Administration: Managing finance tasks such as purchase orders and invoices, maintaining community databases, and preparing council reports/briefings.
On-Site Management: Overseeing event delivery on the day, resolving issues promptly to ensure a high-quality experience for all attendees.
Key Selection Criteria
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Demonstrate
Qualifications: A Degree or Diploma in Event Management, or a lesser qualification backed by significant relevant experience.
Sector Experience: Proven experience in the events sector with a strong understanding of event operations and public gathering regulations.
Financial & Resource Management: Demonstrated proficiency in managing budgets, personnel, and materials to ensure efficient event delivery.
Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional ability to build relationships, collaborate across departments, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.
Judgement & Problem Solving: Sound judgement in identifying risks and implementing effective solutions under pressure.
Contextual Knowledge: An understanding of the local government context within which the role operates.
How to Apply
If you are an Accountable, Respectful, and Empowered professional ready to contribute to the community, please click "APPLY NOW"
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.