Events Officer

We're currently searching for a skilled and highly motivated Events Officer to join our organisation in a full-time capacity.
 

Position details

• Full Time Position
• Job Number: R2476
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 9 May 2024

Position objectives

The Events Officer will be responsible for:

• Implementation of Council’s Events Strategy.
• Effective liaison and coordination with event organisers and organisations.
• Delivering the annual Events Funding Program (business) in accordance with relevant policies.
• Identifying opportunities to attract and develop economically focused events and projects to the region including large groups tours, education, and business.
• Working with local, state and regional development bodies as well as tourism, service providers, educational providers, historical societies and sporting bodies to achieve social, economic and environmental outcomes.
• Implement, monitor and report on corporate and economic projects, programs and initiatives as determined by management.
• Provide advice to the Events & Visitor Services Co-ordinator on projects, programs and initiatives with economic and tourism outcomes as they arise.

Qualifications and experience

Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications or extensive experience in a relevant discipline such as Events Management, Commerce, Business Management, Marketing, Economics or Project Management.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, promotion, and delivery of events and/or project management.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• Current drivers’ Licence.

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $90,876.24 to $98,943.00 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au 

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au 

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered.

Want to know more?

Visit mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8***.