Events Coordinator

6 months ago


Geelong, Australia The Gordon Full time

$83,518 to $91,435 p.a. plus Super
- Full Time Ongoing
- For further details contact Mardi Spittle on +61 3 5225 0726

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented
**Events Coordinator** to join the marketing team at The Gordon. The Event Coordinator will play a crucial role in planning, organising, and executing various events to enhance the overall student experience, foster community engagement, and contribute to the success of TAFE programs and initiatives.

Join a team that values creativity and supports each other's success.

You will work across various events during the year, including graduation, scholarships, awards, and information sessions. You will need a proven track record and be equipped with a can-do attitude.

In this fun and diverse role, you will be supported by a collaborative team as we aim to promote the benefits of TAFE and provide great events for students and our industry partners.

The role requires you to:

- Develop comprehensive event plans, timelines, budgets and reports.
- Collect feedback and assess the success of events, making recommendations for improvements.
- Source and coordinate with vendors, sponsors, and partners as needed.
- Ensure all logístical aspects of events are well-organised, including venue selection, catering, audio-visual setup and transportation.
- Work closely with designers to design and implement event programs and invitations.
- Prepare post-event reports and evaluations for analysis and manage RSVPs, registrations, and attendee lists.

You will have an eye for details, maintaining accurate event expenses, contracts, and correspondence records. The Event Coordinator will work closely with various departments within The Gordon to ensure alignment of events with overall organisational objectives.

The role requires travel and work outside of regular business hours.

**Qualifications, skills and attributes to be successful in this role**:

- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience in event coordination and planning.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Familiarity with TAFE programs and educational events is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management software.

Bring your enthusiasm to The Gordon and be part of a team that's making a positive impact.

**Employment Opportunity**: Full time Ongoing

**Salary**: $83,518 to $91,435 p.a. plus Super
- Superannuation is paid at the current superannuation guarantee rate_.

**Why work with The Gordon?**
The Gordon, one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria, is a dynamic and inclusive organisation. When you join us, you will be joining a thriving community that is supportive, collaborative and passionate about education. Your contributions will shape the future of education and empower students to reach their full potential.

As an employee of The Gordon, you will have access to:

- Work/life balance
- Career growth
- Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free (early bird) staff parking and close to public transport
- The Culinary Collective, our own cafeteria, The Social Café and The Davidson Restaurant

**We are the Gordon**
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**We bring our best**
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**We create the future**
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**We are student minded**
As a values-driven organisation, The Gordon encourages employee celebration with a dynamic Values Recognition initiative. This program empowers team members to highlight each other's outstanding contributions, offering timely and impactful feedback that resonates throughout the year.

Our people thrive in a diverse and vibrant environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe. We provide a workplace of equal opportunity, accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, where everyone has the right to be themselves and where our diversity is a catalyst for the experiences of our community.

The Gordon is dedicated to the safety and welfare of all children and young people and prides itself on being a Child Safe organisation and aligns with the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.

**Why consider relocating to Geelong?**
Nestled alongside a beautiful coastline and on the threshold of the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast, Geelong offers an ideal setting for achieving a harmonious work-life balance. Whether you’re searching for an inner city, coastal, suburban or rural home, Geelong has various housing options to suit your preferences.

Boasting a dynamic events calendar, recreational options for both sports enthusiasts and leisure seekers, Geelong consistently offers a diverse array of events encompassing arts, music, sports, and culture. These experiences are enhanced by a variety of dining establishments, ranging from intimate cafes to high-end restaurants with delightful meals to enjoy.

Geelong provides the perfect synergy between your professional endeavours and personal pursuits whil



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