Strategic Conference Director — Hybrid & Global Programs

Cpa Australia Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Wellbeing programs

Parental, volunteer and study leave

Global office network

Job summary

CPA Australia is seeking a commercially minded conference leader to own end-to-end planning, content development and delivery across a diverse portfolio of conferences and congresses. You will work with senior stakeholders, sponsors and speakers to create market-leading programs that engage members and support organisational objectives.

You will influence the future of professional learning experiences while driving strong commercial and member outcomes across face-to-face, virtual and hybrid

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading conferences, congresses or large-scale professional events.
• Strong conference production and content development expertise.
• Proven leadership experience including coaching and developing teams.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Sound budgeting and financial management capabilities.
• Experience in membership, professional services, education or associations is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development and delivery of CPA Australia’s conference portfolio.
• Curate programs that integrate industry trends and engaging learning experiences.
• Identify and manage high-profile speakers, sponsors and partners.
• Oversee venues, technology, registrations, travel and onsite delivery.
• Manage budgets, forecasting and commercial performance to ensure sustainable outcomes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing conference team.
• Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis and stakeholder feedback.

Skills

Conference leadership

Content development

Stakeholder management

Project management

Negotiation

Financial management

Communication skills

Job description

CPA Australia is seeking a commercially minded conference leader to own end-to-end planning, content development and delivery across a diverse portfolio of conferences and congresses. You will work with senior stakeholders, sponsors and speakers to create market-leading programs that engage members and support organisational objectives.

You will influence the future of professional learning experiences while driving strong commercial and member outcomes across face-to-face, virtual and hybrid