Events Officer - Temporary 12 Months

Events Officer (Temporary 12 Months)

• Assist in the implementation and delivery of a wide range of community events
• Enjoy flexible working conditions and a rostered day off approximately every 3 weeks
• Work in a small and dynamic team

About Us

The City of Ryde was recognised as an Employer of Choice in the Australian Business Awards and is a progressive local Council possessing beautiful natural landscapes, parks, and scenic waterways, all centrally located only 12 kilometres from Sydney.

About the Role

The City of Ryde has an exciting career opportunity for an events professional to join our Communications and Engagement team based at North Ryde in a temporary position for 12 months.

As an Events Officer you will provide high quality administration and organisational support across the Events section to assist in the implementation and delivery of a wide range of community events including the annual Granny Smith Festival, Australia Day Celebrations and Park Series events as well as leading the organsiation of Council’s Citizenship Ceremony program. This is an interesting and varied role in a fast paced and supportive team environment.

Key requirements

• A recognised tertiary qualification in events/public relations and/or marketing, or have significant, relevant work experience
• Proven administrative skills together with sound level of PC literacy using Word, Excel and related MS applications
• Well-developed written communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to converse confidently with a wide range of stakeholders including community groups, business associations, vendors and suppliers within the industry
• Strong attention to detail
• Well-developed teamwork skills
• Current driver's licence preferred
• Covid-19 vaccinated

Your commencing annual salary will range from $65,097 - $75,947 + superannuation, dependent on your experience and qualifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Accrue a rostered day off approximately every 3 weeks
• Annual performance reviews and Award increases
• Flexible Working policy and conditions that include working from home for up to two days a week
• Opportunity to sign up as a Fitness Passport member
• Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)

How to Apply

Apply now using our fast, easy to use on-line application process.  Please note you do not need a “password” to use our on-line application system, however, you will need to complete your application without “logging-out” of the system.  In addition to answering the on-line application questions shown below, you will need to attach your Resume to complete the application process.  Please note, you are not required to submit a separate cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria. 

Closing Date:  Wednesday 8 June 2022 @ 11:30pm  

If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or contact Michelle Carter on (02) 0434 305 102 for a confidential discussion.

City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety