**Department of State Development**
**Job reference**: 686680
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone
**About us**:
The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia's future by driving economic growth. Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state's significant economic opportunities.
As a newly created agency in 2024, we continue to drive our state forward and we want you to join us on this journey. Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government's major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state.
We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels.
Help us shape our state's economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage.
For more information about our agency, please visit:
Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au
**About the role**:
The International team coordinates and administers South Australia's global network of seven international offices, delivers trade and investment market activation strategies, and supports broader South Australian Government priorities in target markets.
As the Events Coordinator, you will support the planning and delivery of high-impact international events, including Ministerial travel, business missions, and delegations, contributing directly to South Australia's global engagement strategy.
More specifically, you will:
- Coordinate travel bookings, accommodation, and itineraries for Ministerial and business delegations.
- Prepare meeting briefings, schedules, collateral, and travel documentation.
- Develop creative concepts for networking events and manage end-to-end project delivery and post-event analysis.
- Support event logistics including venue research, branded materials, and stakeholder liaison.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Assist in preparing high-quality briefings and correspondence aligned with government priorities.
**Key Competencies**:
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in coordinating complex events and managing stakeholder relationships.
- Strong understanding of cultural and industry contexts in international engagement.
- Knowledge of government event protocols, sponsorship guidelines, and reporting processes.
- Proficiency in event and marketing software (EventsAir/OnAir, SurveyMonkey, Mailchimp).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills.
**Remuneration**:
Competitive salary $85,790 to $95,143 pa plus superannuation
**Benefits**:
Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:
- A variety of leave arrangements.
- Contemporary office space with end-of-trip facilities
- Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
- Access to great customised training and career development opportunities.
**Qualifications**:
- **Essential**: nil
- **Desirable**: Tertiary qualifications in Event Management, Marketing, Communications or equivalent
**Special Conditions**:
- The role will be offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) term contract up to December 2025.
- A Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) will be required prior to employment.
**Enquiries**:
**How to Apply**:
Applicants are required to submit the following:
- Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)
- Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)
- Prepare 2 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.
- Pre-employment Declaration Form - find the attachment on the job advert.
**Applications close**: 27/07/2025 11:00 PM