City Events Manager

**About the role**

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced City Events Manager to join our City Events team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the team, driving the strategic direction and operational excellence of city-wide festivals and events. You will engage the community and corporate stakeholders through these key events establishing Ipswich as a premier event destination in Queensland and delivering a diverse and engaging program of events that generate economic and social benefits for the community.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Lead a team of motivated events professionals to deliver the City Events strategy
- Manage the planning and delivery of civic, corporate and community events
- Ensure that events and projects are delivered at a high quality, on time and within budget
- Manage the attraction and maximisation of medium to major event partnerships to deliver visitation and economic outcomes

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Qualifications in a relevant field and/or substantial equivalent experience at a management level in a medium-sized or large organisation
- Well developed interpersonal and communication skills to consult, negotiate and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- An understanding and ability to work with Councillors, service providers, other tiers of government and the community
- Current Queensland C Class Drivers Licence

**About the benefits**

This is a 12 month fixed term position until November 2025, Level 8 with a salary commencing at $121,294 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 30 October 2024

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.