Events Coordinator – History Trust of SA

Are you looking for an opportunity opportunity to have a meaningful impact on two of South Australia’s major events?

The Events Coordinator is a crucial member of the events team that develops, produces and manages the major events of the History Trust of South Australia.

The Events Coordinator assists with the successful delivery of South Australia’s History Festival and the Bay to Birdwood, as well as others in the events profile of the History Trust of SA.

The successful candidate will work in a team that adopts event design principles, assists with identifying, securing and servicing sponsorships and partnerships and works closely with our marketing and communication team to foster and develop relationships with tourism and event organisers around South Australia and nationally. A collaborative and enthusiastic mindset and being is supportive of excellence is essential.

Qualifications/Expertise:

Essential:

• Proficiency in the use of website platforms (such as WordPress) and content management and communication systems.
• Sound proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Broad experience providing a large range of administration services, including procurement and first level ICT support.

Desirable:

• Basic knowledge of South Australian history.
• Broad understanding of government procurement policies and procedures.
• Broad knowledge of the History Trust of South Australia and its operations.

Special Conditions:

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.  Some out of hours work may be required. Occasional weekend work may be required. Intrastate and interstate travel may be required and a current driver’s licence is desirable.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Pre-Employment Declaration, Cover Page (refer application package) and a Capability Statement demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria (Section B of the Role Statement).

Applicants should include the name, address and contact number of three (3) current referees.

Applications should be made through the I Work For SA website. Job reference: 508675