AddressFull Time 12-month fixed term and excellent secondment opportunity for an experienced Events Officer
Opportunity to support the planning, administration, and delivery of the full range of events, prize giving and functions for the Faculty of Medicine and Health
Base Salary $95,860 - $103,341 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Faculty of Medicine and Health (FMH) is seeking an Events Officer to join its Internal Communications and Engagement team. Alongside a supportive team, the position is responsible for the planning, administration, and delivery of a range of events, prize giving and functions in the faculty, both in-person and online.
The position applies events management experience and skills to design and deliver events to a high professional standard for a variety of audiences. Under the general guidance of the Engagement Manager, the Events Officer is expected to exercise significant initiative and judgement in planning work activity for multiple projects, resolving problems, applying knowledge and experience of event management good practice.
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This position is based at the Camperdown campus at the University of Sydney.
About you
has project and time management skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
has experience working with events, conferences and/or educational programs within health, government, tertiary or private sector
has proven experience in managing service providers
demonstrated ability to work under pressure, in a fast-paced and complex environment
highly developed administrative and MS Office skills
has experience with audio visual equipment
has excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience of handling a wide range of enquiries and providing excellent customer service
has experience using Event Bright and Emma HQ (desirable).
Your key responsibilities will be to:
support the management and delivery of a program of events for the faculty
manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
prepare briefing notes for speakers
prepare content and structure of events and functions to ensure programs meet faculty needs
produce and disseminate event invitations, registration pages, slides and other promotional material adhering to university brand guidelines
devise creative ways to engage the audience
review audience and stakeholder feedback and prepare event debrief reports for continuous improvement
build rapport and develop good working relationships to effectively manage internal and external stakeholders
undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all roles required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include, diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Danielle Selinger, Recruitment Consultant by email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au
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Friday 22 March 2024 11:59 PM
