Civic Events Officer

2 days ago

Bairnsdale, Australia East Gippsland Shire Council Full time
The Opportunity

As the Civic Events Officer, you'll play a key role in planning and delivering East Gippsland Shire Council's civic events, including our citizenship ceremonies and official openings. This is an opportunity to create memorable experiences that strengthen connections within our community. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you'll ensure events are well planned, run smoothly and reflect the values of Council and the community. Your attention to detail, strong communication, and passion for customer service will make every event a success.

Based in Bairnsdale, this is a part-time, ongoing position, working 22.8 hours per week (0.6 FTE). As this role works with community events there are times when you will need to work evenings and weekends.

Key responsibilities
  • Plan and deliver a calendar of civic events, ceremonies and receptions
  • Coordinate logistics, resources, and compliance for all events
  • Manage communications, invitations, and promotional materials
  • Provide excellent customer service and stakeholder support
What we're looking for
  • Strong administration, organisation and time management skills
  • Ability to work effectively with community groups and stakeholders
  • Demonstrated event management and customer service experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
We offerWork-life Balance
  • Hybrid office/WFH options
  • Flexible start and finish times
  • Extra time off over Christmas
  • Discounted memberships to our recreation centres
Competitive salaries
  • Banded salaries with built in yearly increases
  • Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December
A supportive environment
  • 17 weeks paid parental leave (pro rata)
  • Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
  • Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career
  • Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
  • Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

Questions? Contact Jane McKay, Communications Coordinator on (03) 5153 9500

Applications close at 11.59pm on 29 September 2025.


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