Events & Partnerships Manager | AuSAE
* Brisbane (Hendra), 4011 QLD | Hybrid Working (WFH & WFO)
* Full‐time, Permanent | $110 - $120k + Super (Depending experience)
* Hands‐on role with visibility, autonomy and scope to grow
About the Organisation
The Australasian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE) is the peak professional body supporting association leaders across Australia and New Zealand. Through education, events, community and advocacy, AuSAE strengthens capability, fosters connection, and elevates the impact of the association sector.
About the Opportunity
This newly created role sits at the heart of AuSAE's events and partnerships program, delivering a calendar of professional development, networking events and a flagship annual conference. Reporting to the CEO, you'll lead the coordination of events and partner engagement, ensuring everything runs smoothly and aligns with strategic priorities.
You'll shape how members and partners connect with AuSAE. Delivering high‐quality experiences while building strong, value‐driven relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of AuSAE's events portfolio, including the flagship annual conference, to a high standard.
* Plan and deliver a calendar of primarily in‐person events across the year.
* Coordinate end‐to‐end event execution, including logistics, venues, suppliers and on‐site delivery.
* Act as the primary contact for partners and sponsors, ensuring all deliverables are met.
* Support the CEO with partner relationship management, including coordination, follow‐up and delivery of outcomes.
* Establish and embed clear event and sponsorship processes to drive consistency and quality.
* Manage event budgets, track performance and provide reporting and insights to inform future planning.
To be successful, you will have
* Proven experience delivering conferences and events.
* Experience managing partners or sponsors, with a focus on long‐term value and engagement.
* A highly organised, practical approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Confidence working with senior stakeholders, partners and presenters.
* Experience managing budgets, contracts and supplier relationships.
* Flexibility to travel and support out‐of‐hours events when required.
* Experience within membership organisations, associations or peak bodies is highly desirable.
Why Join AuSAE
* Respected organisation supporting the association sector across Australia and New Zealand.
* Purpose‐driven role with visible impact across events and partnerships.
* Small, collaborative team with flexible, hybrid working.
* Professional development, sector exposure and strong work‐life balance.
* Free parking and gifted leave over Christmas/New Year.
We'd love to hear from you.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD communities and people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations for your application can be arranged upon request.
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