Community Events Officer

Community Events Officer

• Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team
• Full-time Permanent 
• $83,449.52 - $92,340.05 per annum plus superannuation

At Narrabri Shire Council we are committed  to the growth of the community and implementing necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive community. We pride ourselves on delivering impactful events and initiatives that bring our community together. An opportunity exists for a dynamic and highly skilled Community Events Officer to join Narrabri Shire Council. 

About the Role: 

As a Community Events Officer, you will play a pivotal role in planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of community events that promote engagement and strengthen relationships within our community. This position encourages you to use your creativity, your fun loving attitude, organisational skills and your ability to connect with others to plan and deliver an awesome array of community events. The responsibilities include: 

• Coordinate a variety of community and civil events and projects
• Plan, organise and budget civil, small and large events
• Liaise with local businesses and community groups 
• Oversee site management requirements for all performances and events
• Manage community event applications and approvals
• Ability to meet and handle statutory requirements and deadlines
• Participate in an on-call roster, weekend work, reasonable overtime and disaster and emergency situations when required. 

For further information please refer to the attached Position Description.

The ideal candidate has excellent verbal and written communication skills and exhibits outstanding skills in analytical thinking, problem-solving and task prioritisation. The ideal candidate also has:

• High level administrative skills.
• Able to deliver clear communication
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Able to work individually as well as in a team environment
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills 
• Proficiency in event software and other relevant technology tools
• High level of attention to detail

Further enquiries regarding this exciting opportunity can be made to Scott Pollock, Manager Tourism and Cultural Services, on (02) 6799 6866.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding role with potential for growth and opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us make a difference on the roads of Narrabri.

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If you are ready to take on a rewarding role with potential for growth and opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us make a difference in Narrabri. 

Closing date for applications

Applications for this position close at 5:00pm on Sunday, 11 August 2024.

Applications will be review and assessed upon receipt. 

Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit for our employees and community, and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Narrabri Shire Council is committed to ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all people within our workplace. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment with Narrabri Shire Council or provide evidence of an authorised medical contraindication.