Award and Events Manager – Media Recognition

We are seeking a skilled Event and Award Management Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in planning and overseeing quality events, as well as implementing event planning and scheduling to ensure successful outcomes.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and oversee quality events in various locations within set parameters.
• Implement event planning and scheduling to achieve successful outcomes.
• Work closely with state awards committees to achieve common goals.
• Negotiate with suppliers and event sponsors to deliver successful results.
• Ensure sponsors' benefits are delivered and reported on.
• Develop and implement marketing and communication materials for each event.
• Manage audio-visual creation and implementation for events, including coordination of finalist material and production of packages for each awards presentation.
• Coordinate script development and editing.
• Secure and coordinate volunteers to assist at each event.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of the entry and judging process.
• Support journalist entrants with queries about the process.
• Engage with media organisations to promote the awards.
• Coordinate judging procedures, including online judging management, preparation of all material for judging, communications with judges, and issue resolution.
• Ensure diversity across all judging panels.
• Collaborate with the comms team to ensure effective communication.
• Maintain and increase the number of entries across all awards.
• Develop and implement timelines and procedures for award entries and judging.
• Ensure the awards remain relevant and accessible to all journalists and the wider media landscape.
• Utilise the award entry site and process for all state media awards.
• Be the primary contact person for all State awards inquiries.
• Design and print collateral for all State Media Awards.
• Develop accurate collateral and communication for both entries and judging.
• Coordinate communication with finalists on the awards.

This is a full-time fixed term position based in Sydney for 12 months. You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality events program that showcases excellence in journalism and provides opportunities for recognition and growth.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will also have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders and manage conflicts effectively.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about event management and journalism, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

This role requires a high level of expertise in event management, including planning, coordinating, and executing events that showcase excellence in journalism. You will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies to promote the awards, as well as managing relationships with suppliers and event sponsors.

You will also be responsible for ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of the entry and judging process, as well as supporting journalist entrants with queries about the process. Additionally, you will engage with media organisations to promote the awards and coordinate judging procedures, including online judging management, preparation of all material for judging, communications with judges, and issue resolution.

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions. You will also have strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve common goals.