Events and Engagement Manager

3 months ago


Sydney, Australia Revise Recruitment Full time

Work from Sydney or Canberra, 3 or 4 days a week, flexible, hybrid working
- Work closely in a close-knit, flexible and family-friendly workplace
- Base plus training allowance and incentive bonus

Events & Engagement Manager - NFP

Customer Owned Banking Association

Part time (3-4 days, 23-30 hrs per week),

Canberra, ACT 3601 or Sydney, 2000

Permanent, WFH and WFO

$115-130k plus super FTE (pro rata for part time) plus training allowance and incentive bonus

**The Company**
The Customer Owned Banking Association (COBA) is the not-for-profit industry association for Australia’s customer-owned banking institutions. Their vision is for more Australians to benefit from a resilient banking sector that prioritises member and community needs over shareholder profits, offering an alternative to traditional banking models.

COBA advocates for the interests of members and the communities they serve, They facilitate collaboration amongst members and provide expert advisory and support services, including a dedicated Fraud and Financial Crimes team.

**The Role**
As Events & Engagement Manager, you'll lead COBA's events program, fostering collaboration among stakeholders in the customer-owned banking community. You’ll manage end to end delivery of key events including the CEO & Director Forum, Financial Crimes Symposium, Emerging Leaders events, and the annual convention. You'll also cultivate partnerships with suppliers and sponsors to enhance member value.

**The Opportunity**
This role can be based in Sydney or Canberra and be 3 or 4 days a week. You’ll work closely with the executive team in a close-knit, flexible and family-friendly workplace.

**About You**
With a background in events and engagement, you'll need demonstrate organisational and project management skills to manage competing deadlines. You'll foster a growth mindset, constantly seeking ways to improve events, systems, and processes. Viewing events and partnerships holistically, you'll understand their importance in achieving organisational goals. You'll demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to step outside predefined boundaries, demonstrating openness and a readiness to perform beyond expectations.

**Responsibilities**
- Organising and execute the annual events program, coordinating a wide-range of program throughout the year
- Spearhead the development and management of strategic partnerships, fostering mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and event sponsors
- Develop and execute a comprehensive event plan, ensuring an engaging, seamless and informative experience that meets financial and sustainability objectives
- Manage efficient and effective PCO relationship and service delivery, whilst collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives, themes, and programs
- Manage logistics, including venue selection, vendor relationships, speaker sourcing, budget management, operational execution and onsite coordination

**Skills and Experience**
- Bachelor's degree in events management, marketing, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience working in an industry association or financial services industry is highly desirable
- Proven event management experience in delivering a range of high-quality corporate events
- Demonstrated success in managing partnerships and sponsorships
- Sound financial management skills, including budget development and forecasting
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively
- Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Ability to think strategically, and solve problems creatively

Provide unforgettable events to a unique sector so that all can benefit from resilient banking centred on people and communities. Applications will be reviewed when presented and interviews will take place shortly after. We therefore encourage you to **APPLY NOW



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