Event Manager

University of Wollongong; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Concession days over Christmas period

Job summary

University of Wollongong seeks a Manager, Events to lead the strategic planning and delivery of high-quality University events, including Graduation, across campuses. You will provide leadership to the Events team and partner with stakeholders to ensure events are engaging and aligned with the University’s goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a proven track record in managing complex programs, budgets and risk, with a commitment to inclusive, student-centred practices and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent qualification.
• Strategic leadership and extensive experience delivering large-scale events.
• Strong project management across budgets, priorities and timelines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills across a large organisation.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centred practice with safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, delivery and evaluation of University events within budget.
• Provide strategic leadership on high-impact event design aligned with priorities.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and foster continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement best-practice event resources, processes and standards.
• Lead and supervise the Events team, managing workloads and resources.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Event management

Operational planning

Logistics

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The Manager, Events plays a pivotal role in leading the strategic planning and delivery of high-quality University events, including Graduation. You will provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of events, ensuring they are engaging, professionally delivered and aligned with the University’s strategic goals.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end planning, delivery and evaluation of University events, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Provide strategic leadership and expert advice on the design and delivery of high-impact events aligned with University priorities.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the University and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement best-practice event resources, processes and service standards.
• Lead and supervise the Events team, effectively managing workloads and resources to deliver planned commitments.

About the Team

Based within Student Services, the Manager, Events reports to the Associate Director, Student Engagement and leads the Events Coordinator and Events Officer. The team delivers major lifecycle events across UOW campuses, creating high-quality experiences that support engagement across the University community.

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of qualification.
• Demonstrated strategic leadership and extensive experience delivering complex, large-scale events and programs, including operational planning, logistics, risk and stakeholder management.
• Strong project management capability, with experience managing multiple priorities, budgets and resources while delivering outcomes within strict timeframes.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships and influence stakeholders across a large, complex organisation.
• A strong commitment to inclusive and student-centred practice, combined with an understanding of legal, reputational and safety considerations associated with event management.

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas-New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Employment type: Full-time, fixed-term appointment (12 months)
• Level 8/9 | $123,283 - $152,959 + 17% superannuation
• Location: Wollongong Campus, with delivery of major lifecycle events across UOW campuses
• This position is student facing and requires candidates to provide a Working with Children Check Clearance.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

For further information about this position, please contact Caitlin Pyle, Associate Director, Student Engagement [e-mail]