Marketing and Events Officer

Whether you are seeking an opportunity to begin your career in Events and Marketing or you are experienced and you are seeking a part-time opportunity, then we want to hear from you!

As the Marketing and Events Officer, you will work on a permanent part time basis closely with our Kidswish and Marketing team to organise events and provide administration support while building relationships with our various stakeholders.

We will offer you:

• 5 weeks of annual leave per annum (pro-rata).
• A bonus day off for your birthday!
• Option for Flexible Public Holiday leave for days of cultural or religious significance.
• Flexibility with your hours.
• An extensive paid learning and development offering.
• Staff and recognition rewards programs – we acknowledge the hard work of our staff.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• The opportunity to join our vibrant, strong cultured Marketing team.

What you’ll be doing:

In your fun new role you will be paid an hourly rate of $32.21 and responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the planning and set up of events, including operational tasks such as sourcing raffle prizes.
• Engaging and coordinating KidsWish volunteers.
• General Administration tasks using spreadsheets and technology.
• Loading events onto Humantix, our chosen event ticketing platform.
• Assisting with KidsWish Marketing and social media content.
• Communicating and building relationships with stakeholders for Fundraising purposes.
• Staying active by loading trucks and setting up events.

What you will bring:

• The ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Your personality will be energetic, confident and you will be a go-getter!
• You will be a real people person with excellent communication skills.
• The ability to liaise with varying stakeholders and demographics.
• Basic computer and Excel skills.
• Willingness to drive a small truck with materials to events on occasion.
• A highly organised manner with attention to detail.
• No prior experience is required however an interest in events and marketing or a relevant qualification / background would be great.
• The ability to work additional hours when necessary to support KidsWish Events.
• Willingness to work on weekends and at night on occasion.

The successful candidate will be required to provide checks including an NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, COVID-19 vaccination and a valid Driver’s Licence prior to commencing employment.

If you are ready to join our team, please apply now with your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be best suited. If you would like to discuss this role further, please feel free to reach out to Emily Wright via ************@kidswish.org.au

Applications close Sunday 28 April. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to interview as applications close. Interviews will commence Wednesday 1 May.