We are on the lookout for a creative and enthusiastic Event & Activation Officer who is passionate about creating everlasting experiences for our community! The Job: Events & Activation Officer As an Events & Activation Officer, you will be the connector between key internal and external stakeholders to support the coordination and delivery of our inclusive Council events and activations. Your goal? To support the successful delivery of community events that increase the vibrancy of our city and enrich the lives of our community. What you'll be doing Supporting the delivery of community events including Australia Day, Community Carols, Anzac Day Service, Citizenship Ceremonies, and other activations. Supporting the team to conceptualize, plan, and deliver inclusive and accessible events to ensure our diverse community can access and participate. Supporting the coordination of event logistics, including venue, catering, transportation, VIP guests and technical provisions. Collating event feedback, applying data insights, and sentiment to improve event design and delivery. Effectively and proactively coordinating procurement activities in accordance with budget requirements. What you'll bring to our team We would love it if you had a qualification in Events Management, but if you have equivalent experience in supporting the success of community events and activations, we want to hear from you! You will also have: Strong written and verbal communication with a customer focused approach, with the ability to develop, nurture and maintain strong relationships. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and work under pressure in dynamic, fast-paced and challenging environments, making you always on the ball. Innovative and creative thinking to help with staying ahead of the curve and translating ideas into incredible actions. Availability to work an out of hours roster including weekends and public holidays as required. What's in it for you We're not your typical 9-to-5. Whether you're an early riser or you need to drop the kids off, you can embrace true flexibility that works for you. Sometimes you'll need to stay back in the evening or come in on the weekend because that's what our community needs. We care about what you achieve and want to get the best out of you. We embrace autonomy, diverse working styles and celebrate the uniqueness that every team member brings to the table. Meet your deadlines, exceed expectations, and enjoy the freedom to manage your workload in a way that works best for you. Full time ongoing position A real opportunity to make a difference in our community Attractive salary package Ready to join us? Once you hit that "Apply Now" button, get ready to show us that you've got what it takes! Stand out! Show us what makes you uniquely awesome, we love creativity so don't be afraid to write us a masterpiece! Want to know more? Let's chat! Call Kristyn Hams , Manager – Playford Activation on (08) 8256 0229. Applications close at 12:00pm noon on Monday 29 April 2024 The City of Playford embraces diversity and inclusion. Candidates will have the opportunity to request support and reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Any information provided will be kept strictly confidential.
