Events Lead

September 4, 2024

City of Palmerston

Palmerston

Lead and deliver events that foster a vibrant, inclusive & safe environment
Ongoing opportunity with a starting salary of $109,765.12 plus Super
Generous employee benefits and professional development opportunities

About Palmerston
City of Palmerston is one of the Northern Territory’s fastest growing cities and is located 20 kilometres south-east of the capital Darwin. It has a population of approx. 40,000 and is currently undergoing a significant period of infrastructure, growth and development.
City of Palmerston is a welcoming and vibrant family city that fosters diversity and unity. In Palmerston, everyone belongs.
City of Palmerston (Co P) is “A Place for People”. We place people at the centre of all that we do and deliver, by providing excellent services to our community.

Our Commitment to You and Our Customers
At Co P we value

Teamwork
Commitment and Accountability
Sustainability and Self-Sufficient
Quality Resources
A culture of Continuous improvement

In addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviours, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:

Make it easy for customer
Perform with pride
Listen, learn and act
Evaluate and improve

About the Opportunity
The Events Lead is a key role within the City Activation department, and contributes to the objectives of the community plan through family and community, vibrant economy and cultural diversity. The role has strategic oversight and leadership, ensuring all events are delivered to the highest standard. The role collaborates closes across the organisation, and external stakeholders including local businesses, state and federal government agencies and community organisations. This hands-on role coordinates end to end event management to design, plan and deliver a wide range of programs and activities, from small to large scale indoor and outdoor events. Reporting to the City Activation Manager, the Events Lead will manage a small team and is responsible for the project management and operational duties for a range of programs, activities and events.
The role will be responsible for the following, but not limited to;

Develop, maintain and deliver an up-to-date event calendar

Project manage multiple events simultaneously

Manage external contractors as required

Design and deliver all-inclusive events targeted at a diverse audience

Lead comprehensive risk management practices

Support the strategic direction of the delivery of Council events

Administration, financial reporting, and policy maintenance as required

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have:

Relevant tertiary qualifications and considerable practical experience in project management or event management
Experience in staff supervision, with experience of staff engagement through team mentoring / coaching.
Demonstrated experience in the coordination and management of events.
Extensive experience in strategic planning for events, including project plans, marketing plans and setting and monitoring of KPIs and objectives.
Demonstrated ability to operate at a high strategic level, collaborating effectively with local, state and federal governments, non-government organisations and the community in a collaborative partnership
Well-developed interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills.
Proven leadership in strategic planning, cross functional team management and experience in project management including proficiency in appropriate software.
Demonstrated experience in the management of budgets, including the ability to research, attract and monitor sponsorships and grants from public and private sector oragnisations. Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously within a team and autonomously.

What you receive

Competitive leave entitlement with 6 weeks Annual leave a year
Training & Professional Development opportunities
A great team who will support you to achieve professionally and personally
Access to wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program

Diversity
At City of Palmerston, we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To Apply

Applications Close: Wednesday, 18 September 2024

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available