Applications to be submitted via the City of Tea Tree Gully Careers site.

Reporting to the Lead - Events, the Event and Sponsorship Coordinator supports the delivery of the annual Major and Official Events programs. The position is responsible for coordinating partnerships for the major event calendar including sponsors, in-kind supporters and suppliers as well as the conduct of events and activations that support the Council’s strategic and business objectives and plans.

Position Description - Event and Sponsorship Coordinator

This is a 0.6 FTE position on a 2-year contract.

Key responsibilities include:

Support and participate in the Major Events program of Council, coordinating and executing safe and effective events

Build and develop relationships with current and new partners and sponsors and identify and facilitate opportunities for relationship expansion across the Major Events program

Identify new business opportunities with existing partners, develop activation plans for nominated sponsors that are mutually beneficial and continually assess service levels and management strategy in line with priorities and level of investment

Deliver official events, such as Council project openings and citizenship ceremonies

About you

Diploma in Event Management, Marketing, Business, Communications or equivalent experience

Current Class C South Australian Driver's Licence

Hold a current DHS Working with Children check or be willing to obtain one

Demonstrated experience in:

Partnership, fundraising or sponsorship programs

Interpretation of customer needs, preparing and delivering proposals

Event coordination

Customer or community service

Project planning, implementation and evaluation

Management of key stakeholders

Ability to demonstrate:

Experience in developing and managing networks and building relationships

Strong skills in written and verbal communications

Strong skills in preparing presentations

Sound negotiation skills

Experience in contract management

Innovative thinking and a practical approach to problem solving and negotiation

Planning and prioritising skills and meeting competing deadlines

Using initiative and working with limited supervision

Personal integrity and ethics aligned to our Corporate Values

Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment

Why work for us

A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

We provide comprehensive support to our employees. Visit our Careers page for more information.

Apply today!

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply.

Salary range is between $91,908 to $98,028 (Full Time Equivalent) plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications to be submitted via the City of Tea Tree Gully Careers site.

Applications close 5:00pm Tuesday 5 August. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Luke Edginton via [email protected].

Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully.