Events & Awards Officer

Are you looking to

• join a purpose led organisation
• build your career 
• access flexible work options, including working from home
• work with a great team improving the world through science

Then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Events & Awards Officer.

Working as part of our Events & Awards unit you will provide seamless planning, coordination, and successful delivery of events and awards. Apart from your team you will work alongside committed volunteers and have the opportunity to bring their ideas to life. You will have access to well documented procedures and the technology to make your tasks as easy as possible. 

Who we are looking for 

• Qualifications or relevant experience in Event Management, Hospitality, Tourism.
• Demonstrated experience in event management, budgeting, including identifying and securing sponsors, exhibitors, and funding for events. 
• Well presented, organised and client focused with an ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, sometimes with opposing views.
• Demonstrated experience in working in a high pressure environment with limited supervision, managing multiple tasks with competing deadlines. 
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skill with the ability to develop clear and engaging content for multiple platforms and publications.
• High level of computer literacy, particularly with MS Office.
• Experience with, or able to quickly learn other software packages related to event and member management (ie: IMIS, Higher Logic). 

Desirable 

• Experience with member based professional associations and/or the not-for-profit sector.

Other things that matter

• The role is offered on an ongoing part time basis, working 30 hours per week. You have the opportunity to come to an agreement on how you divide your time over the week. 
• We understand the benefits that a flexible work environment provides, therefore this role can be based remotely, however if you are in Melbourne, you have access to our office, includes shared parking, or easy access to public transport. 

What you get in return

• Laptop.
• The opportunity to make a real difference.
• Be involved in national and international programs and activities. 
• Work with a variety of stakeholders who are committed to improving lives through science.
• A positive workplace culture and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to extra leave during the Christmas-New Year period, as approved by the CEO.

About the RACI 

Founded in 1917, the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) is Australia’s national professional association supporting and representing the chemical sciences. The RACI has 4000 members with an interest in the chemical sciences from across Australia, and some internationally. Catering for the needs of all of our members is a priority, whether that's for a student or a retiree who still has an active interest in chemistry. 

Our services and activities include national and international:

• Events and awards that enhance professional development
• Networking opportunities
• Career and mentoring programs
• Schools and public outreach activities 
• Publications 
• Advocacy 
• Accreditation of tertiary programs 

The RACI National Office is supported by a dedicated team of professionals, and further enhanced by several hundred volunteers across every state and territory. The organisation is governed by a Board and led by a CEO. 

We are committed to an inclusive community for our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or other legally protected status.

When you join the RACI, you join an organisation committed to improving the lives of all people. 

If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you.

Application Procedure

• Applications close 5PM AEST Saturday 27 April.
• Submit a cover letter of no more than two A4 pages outlining why you believe you are the right person for the role. Make sure to address broadly the ‘Who we are looking for’ points. 
• Submit a current resume. 
• Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
• Only those with the right to work in Australia will be considered. 
• Recruitment agencies will be disregarded. 
• Late applications will not be accepted. 

Commencement

• As soon as possible