Do you thrive in creating memorable events that bring people together?
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and energised by working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment?

At CBRIN, we exist to make a meaningful difference by creating positive impact through entrepreneurs and the innovation community. We’re a passionate team that values collaboration, courage, and generosity — and we’re looking for an Events Coordinator to help us deliver high-quality, professional events that connect and inspire.

Our vision

Canberra is a clever, connected, and creative city where entrepreneurs, as well as existing businesses, build on our excellence in research and innovation to create social, environmental, and economic benefits for all.

Our Purpose

At the Canberra Innovation Network (CBRIN), our work is driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference, striving to create positive impacts through our initiatives and through entrepreneurs, advancing the broader innovation community and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

We Value

Collaboration: We actively seek out and embrace diverse perspectives by engaging in open conversations with people from different backgrounds or experiences; we ensure all voices are valued, and we create opportunities for everyone to play to their strengths.

Courage: We are curious and proactively explore new ideas, challenge the status quo, and take risks, even when uncertain about the outcomes, driving us and our community forward.

Generosity: We show humility and wisdom, we share knowledge and connections, we acknowledge our limitations and learn from others to drive our collective growth.

About the Role

As our Events Coordinator, you’ll be part of the Operations Team, working across the organisation to deliver an exciting calendar of workshops, networking events, speaker sessions, and partner activities. You’ll collaborate closely with our Growth, Marketing, and Collaborative Innovation teams to ensure events run seamlessly and align with CBRIN’s broader goals.

This role requires excellent organisational skills, strong stakeholder communication, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities. Out-of-hours work will be required to support events.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who is:

Experienced in event coordination, support, or a related role.

Highly organised with excellent project management skills.

A strong communicator with a professional, customer-focused approach.

Confident working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Familiar with tools like Eventbrite, Canva, Slack, Microsoft Office, or CRM platforms (desirable).

Key Responsibilities

Work within the teams to plan and coordinate CBRIN events.

Deliver seamless experiences — from planning and logistics to post-event reporting.

Coordinate registrations, suppliers, venues, run sheets, and event communications.

Build positive relationships with partners, suppliers, and community stakeholders.

Support CBRIN’s broader programs and initiatives.

Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Willingly learn and grow within the company.

Bring the best version of yourself to work to fuel our vision and purpose.

What we offer

When you become a Canberra Innovation Network team member you will be offered a diverse range of benefits:

9-day fortnight – providing 1 day per every 9 days worked of paid wellbeing leave;

4 weeks (20 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas/New Year stand down;

On-the-job training and access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities;

Access to senior leaders who will support, guide and provide mentorship;

Opportunity to work with world leading companies with products and services that make the world a better place;

EAP and Health & Wellbeing – CBRIN focuses on supporting positive mental health and wellbeing, and an annual $295 health and wellbeing benefit;

Salary packaging benefits; and

Twice annual overnight offsites to build team culture, co-create values, develop energy and strategy in a relaxed environment away from the office.

The extras you need to know

Out-of-hours business work will be required occasionally to attend/deliver events (1 – 2 times per month, this may include networking events after 5:00pm or breakfast events starting before 8:00am.

Interstate travel may be required at times.

Candidate must meet the requirements for an Australian government baseline security clearance.

This is a 2-year contract with an opportunity for extension.

Canberra Innovation Network is a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds work with respect, collaboration, and a shared drive for innovation.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining why you’d like to work with us and what qualities you can bring to the role. Unfortunately, applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

If you’d like more information about this opportunity, please get in touch with Jack Cassidy, A/g Collaborative Innovation Manager at [email protected] or Ben Garrett, Marketing and External Engagement Lead at [email protected] or call (02) 6183 6812.