Flexible location hybrid work arrangements Full-time and continuing HEW 5 $83,407 - $93,548 17% Superannuation Who are we? The Major Events and Visits team is responsible for the project management of events including, but not limited to, VIP visits, public orations, cultural festivals, industry expos and faculty and partnership events. About the role: The Officer, Events plays a key role in supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of the university’s events and visits. This position provides administrative and logistical support to ensure events align with the university's goals and contribute to its positive reputation. Reporting to the Specialist, Major Events and Visits, the Officer, Events will: Assist in the planning and execution of university events by supporting the development of event materials, including invitations, agendas, and running sheets. Help coordinate logistics for events, including venue arrangements, catering, and transportation, ensuring all elements are in place for successful execution. Provide administrative support during events, including assisting with on-the-ground operations and resolving any immediate issues that arise. Maintain event documentation, track engagement activity, and update event-related records. Assist in liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations and the university's brand is upheld. Undertake corporate events data management within the Events Management database including reporting, processes and procedures and identifying and tracking high level corporate events/engagement activity with external stakeholders. Coordinate management of contractors and compliance via the Link Safe portal. To be successful, you’ll have: Completion of a Degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or Completion of an Associate Diploma and at least two years subsequent relevant work experience; or Completion of a Post-Trades Certificate or Advanced Certificate and extensive relevant experience as a Technician; or An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training in event management/public relations/marketing or a related field. High-level organisational and event/project and time management skills. High-level of skills and professionalism (including accuracy and formatting) in documentation development. Here's how to apply: Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Megan Sulzberger (Specialist, Major Events and Visits) on megan.sulzberger@deakin.edu.au For a copy of the position description, please see below: PD - Officer, Events.pdf Applications for this position close on 29 July 2025 at 11:55pm. Are You Ready? Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community. We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success. We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.