Alliance Manager City Events

6 days ago

Perth, Australia City of Perth Full time

Engagement and Activation | Marketing/Communications/Events, Management

**Perth CBD Location | 5-Year Contract | Competitive Negotiable Salary**

**Shape the heartbeat of Perth.**

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

**The Opportunity**

Be the force behind Perth’s most memorable moments.

As **Alliance Manager - City Events**, you will lead the strategy and delivery of the City’s premier events, sponsorships, and activations—bringing bold ideas to life and positioning Perth as a destination of choice for culture, business, and community.

This exciting leadership role offers the chance to shape Perth’s event landscape, create strong partnerships, and deliver experiences that leave a lasting mark on residents and visitors alike.

**The Role**

Reporting to the General Manager Engagement and Activation, you will:

- **Set the vision** by crafting and delivering an events strategy that attracts visitors, strengthens the local economy, and adds value to the community.
- **Lead with impact** by overseeing all aspects of event planning and delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and effective risk management.
- **Champion partnerships** by building and managing sponsorships and collaborations that extend reach and create value for the City and its stakeholders.
- **Own the portfolio** by managing budgets and resources with a clear focus on outcomes and financial sustainability.
- **Inspire a team** by leading a skilled, multi-disciplinary group, fostering creativity, high performance, and alignment with the City’s values.

**About You**

This is a role for a bold and strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You will bring:

- A proven track record in delivering major events and sponsorships, with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- A tertiary qualification in events, marketing, communications, business, or related field.
- Strong business acumen, including strategic planning, budgeting, and governance knowledge.

Most importantly, you will embody our organisational values of **Commitment, Teamwork, Courage, and Respect**—inspiring others through your integrity, collaboration and creative leadership.

**We are looking for someone who can bring ideas to life, challenge the ordinary, and lead with integrity.**

**Why Join Us?**

This is a rare opportunity to shape the City of Perth’s future event strategy. You will be part of a passionate, capable team in an organisation that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and strives for excellence.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role.

**How to Apply**

Please provide a comprehensive resume, together with a cover letter of no more than two pages. Your letter should focus on your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples.

**The Application Process**

Applications for this position will close at **5pm AWST on Tuesday, 9th September** **2025**. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

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