Senior Events & Promotions Leader — Strategy & Growth

Warrnambool city council; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Discount to Council owned facilities

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Long service leave (pro‑rata) after 7 

Job summary

Warrnambool City Council in Warrnambool, VIC, is seeking an energetic Events professional to lead the Warrnambool Events Strategy 2024-2028. You will work with diverse stakeholders to deliver high‑quality events that benefit the community, economy and environment.

This permanent, full‑time role requires strong budgeting, marketing and leadership capabilities, with a focus on delivering destination events and building a high performing team.

Qualifications

• Experience in event management, marketing and promotions with a track record of delivering complex events.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proven experience in managing large budgets and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver events in line with the Warrnambool Events Strategy.
• Oversee operational, logistical, marketing, risk and financial elements of professional event delivery.
• Lead and develop a high performing events team to achieve strategic outcomes.

Skills

Event management

Marketing & promotions

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Budget management

Team leadership

Job description

Warrnambool City Council in Warrnambool, VIC, is seeking an energetic Events professional to lead the Warrnambool Events Strategy 2024-2028. You will work with diverse stakeholders to deliver high‑quality events that benefit the community, economy and environment.

This permanent, full‑time role requires strong budgeting, marketing and leadership capabilities, with a focus on delivering destination events and building a high performing team.