• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements available
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972  + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

As the Senior Officer, Events, you will assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of both internal and fee-for-service professional events and conferences. You will also support the commercial hire and community use of University facilities across the Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waterfront, and Geelong Waurn Ponds campuses.

While the role involves some administrative tasks, you'll have plenty of opportunities to step out from behind your desk to engage with clients and manage a variety of events, some of which may take place outside of regular business hours.

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across seven campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, Deakin University Lancaster University Indonesia (DLI), GIFT City, India and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As a Senior Officer in Events, you will:

• Provide advice, support, and assistance in the planning and execution of an annual program of events, including local and international conferences, venue hire, and visits to the university.
• Support delivery of a range of corporate and fee-for-service events, including tasks such as venue coordination, sourcing suppliers, managing logistics, and assisting with financial planning and reconciliation.
• Plan and oversee the coordination and management of commercial use and facility hire across the Burwood and Geelong Campuses, including preparing quotations, liaising with clients and suppliers, and ensuring compliance with University policies and relevant legislation.
• Provide event support and advice during the planning stages and on-site, assisting in resolving any issues or concerns to ensure smooth event delivery and a positive experience for clients and attendees.
• Develop and implement hybrid events and support the integration of technology and virtual platforms to enhance event delivery.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience within a high-level organisational and event/project and time management skills.
• Experience in graphic design is highly desirable

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jess Holmes, Specialist, Conferences & Venues on 0419 644 604 or via email at j.holmes@deakin.edu.au  

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Final PD - Senior Officer, Events.pdf

Applications for this position close on Monday 7^th April at 11.55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.