Event And Production Coordinator

JR0000009730Fixed Term until Dec 2024 | Full-TimeHigher Education Officer Level 5 | $77,686 - $85,736 p.a.Location: Flinders City Campus / Kaurna CountryView Position DescriptionAbout the Marketing and Student Recruitment teamThe Marketing and Student Recruitment team is evolving in 2024 with exciting new opportunities situated across our vibrant Bedford Park campus and our new state-of-the-art Flinders City Campus at Festival Plaza.Fuelled by our growth ambitions we are seeking talented team members to help us establish our new city campus as a vibrant and exciting place to study.So if you want to be part of a team that has big ambitions and is responsible for delivering exciting and engaging events and activities at our brand-new campus then read on!About the RoleFlinders University's Marketing and Student Recruitment team is evolving in 2024, with an exciting new opening for a vibrant Events and Production Coordinator. In this pivotal role you will effectively coordinate University events and activations with a specific focus on service delivery for the new state-of-the-art City Campus at Festival Plaza.The Events and Production Coordinator will deliver highly effective coordination of both physical and digital events, from initial enquiry right through to planning, pre-production and delivery of the event. You will also be accountable for:Directly receiving event enquiries and providing effective and appropriate response and/or advice to clients within required designated timeframes.Sourcing venues, suppliers and event equipment within budget and using well developed communication strategies to maintain effective communication with all stakeholders during the event planning phase.Providing informed support in the development of event proposals, event plans and supporting documentation such as: run sheets, guest lists, invitations, dignitary protocols and speech notes/scripts.Please note that this position will require occasional weekend and evening work. About YouThe Events and Production Coordinator will be highly skilled in the planning and delivery of technical aspects of physical and digital events, as well as your understanding of audio and visual event requirements. You will be a talented individual, with proficient organisation and time management skills to meet critical deadlines with limited supervision.The successful Events and Production Coordinator will also demonstrate:Completion of a degree in a relevant area, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or training.Experience in the effective and appropriate coordination of events with a specific focus on service delivery for multiple clients, and how to achieve required objectives within scope and budget.Experience with directly receiving event enquiries and providing effective and appropriate responses to clients.Experience in sourcing venues, suppliers, and event equipment within budget and which will support the delivery of exceptional outcomes.Life at FlindersWe're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?17% Superannuation + salary packaging optionsFlexible working arrangementsWide range of professional development activities and servicesWe embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staffVibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous EmploymentFlinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.Prescribed Conditions for EmploymentA valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination PolicyHow to Apply and InformationTo apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000009730 Event and Production CoordinatorYou are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.For more information regarding this position, please contact Bev BuryPlease see here for our Reconciliation Action PlanPlease see here for our Indigenous Workforce StrategyApplications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Wednesday 14th February 2024. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.