Events Officer

Events Officer

Permanent Part Time (0.6 FTE)

From $37.24 per hour plus statutory superannuation

Council is looking for a motivated person to provide support and guidance to community event organisers to enable them to meet the relevant regulatory requirements, policies, and objectives.  

In this role you will: 

• Act as the primary liaison for event organisers and internal Council staff, managing enquiries from initial concept through to post-event evaluation.

• Offer support and guidance on operational and compliance requirements while enhancing organisers' risk management and event planning capabilities through collaboration and communication.

• Maintain and enhance event-related resources, including the Event Planning Guide (currently in draft), website content, and public information. Identify opportunities to innovate and expand these resources to better assist event organisers in navigating event management processes effectively.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with event organisers, suppliers, State Government, local businesses, and community stakeholders. 

• Provide input into the development of Council policies and procedures related to event management and ensuring that they reflect best practices and support the safe and effective delivery of events across the Shire.

To be successful in this role you will: 

• Have a degree or diploma relevant to events management or community development and/or experience in event management in a local government context or similar.

• Have exceptional interpersonal skills to develop effective relationships with key stakeholders.

• Have a sound understanding and knowledge of event planning and promotion, policy and programs within a local government environment.

• Have experience in working with event managers and volunteers.

For a copy of the duties and responsibilities, download Council’s Position Description at www.buloke.vic.gov.au/careers/ and or for a confidential discussion please contact Nick Sondhu, Economic Development Coordinator, on 1300 520 520. 

You can also view the position description HERE 

How to apply:

Applications marked ‘Confidential’ will be received until the 6th July 2025 and can be either emailed to recruitment@buloke.vic.gov.au or mailed to: 

Human Resources

Buloke Shire Council

PO Box 1

Wycheproof VIC 3527