Events Producer

Cumberland Council; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 95.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development programs

Generous leave entitlements

Descripción de la vacante

Cumberland City Council is seeking an Events Producer to work with the Events Team to develop and implement Council’s Events Strategy, planning, organising and executing a variety of events through the full lifecycle from development, planning, delivery, evaluation and reporting. The role is a term contract (up to 12 months), full-time, with 70 hours per fortnight and may involve after-hours and weekends.

It offers an ADO option, based at Merrylands and may involve work across multiple Council

Formación

• Relevant qualification in Event Management or related industry experience.
• Extensive knowledge of event site operations, logistics, risk management and compliance.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and stakeholder management.
• Well-developed project management skills.
• High level interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Commercially minded with innovative ideas for major community events.
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills; able to work independently or in a team.
• Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid certificate.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, organise and execute Council events through full lifecycle from development to reporting.
• Collaborate with the Events Team to implement Council’s Events Strategy.
• Manage site operations, logistics and risk management for events.

Conocimientos

Event management

Logistics

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Research and analysis

Working with Children Check

First Aid

Educación

Relevant qualification in Event Management

Descripción del empleo

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Events team deliver an annual program of welcoming major community events, civic events and activations that celebrate Cumberland’s rich cultural diversity including Australia Day, Lunar New Year, Easter, Ramadan Street Festival, Nowruz, Diwali, Christmas and the crowd favourite, Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival.

The Events Producer will work with the Events Team to develop and implement Council’s Events Strategy. This position is responsible for planning, organising and executing a variety of Council events through full event lifecycle from development, planning, delivery, evaluation, assessment and reporting.

The successful applicant will require:

• Relevant qualification in Event Management or related industry experience in delivery of events.
• Extensive working knowledge of event site operations, logistics, risk management and compliance.
• Well-developed demonstrated interpersonal skills and experience in stakeholder management.
• Well-developed demonstrated project management skills.
• High level of interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the provision of high-quality customer service.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercially minded, contributing ideas that are passionate, creative, and demonstrate an ability to think innovatively with respect to projects within major community events.
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills, ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid certificate.

Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

• Term contract (up to 12 months), full-time position
• Working 70 hours per fortnight and may be required to work after hours and weekends depend to the delivery of events.
• Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement
• Located at Council's Merrylands office and may be required to work across any of Council’s work location.

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 11 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,836.08 to $2,111.49 per week plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role.

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave,10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.