Initiatives and Major Events, Officer

6 days ago

Melbourne, Australia RMIT University Full time

Overview:
- Full-time, Continuing position- Salary $77,830 - $89,403 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About You

Your primary responsibility is to assist with coordinating major events and initiatives. You will be responsible for overseeing the preplanning of initiatives and events, liaising with stakeholders, administrative tasks, operation and logistics for events that are both physically hosted on campus. You will also be involved in presenting to groups of people interested in studying at RMIT and be comfortable speaking to large audiences.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
- Experience in successfully managing a project from conception to implementation.- Experience in event and workshop preparation and coordination.- High-level computer skills with good understanding of the Microsoft suite of software, particularly Excel. Proficiency in event management software preferred.- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and ability to coordinate project deliverables.- Experience with stakeholder engagement including staff at a more senior level.

About the Portfolio

The International and Engagement (I&E) Portfolio drives RMIT's international strategy and agenda including international partnerships and business development activities. The Portfolio oversees international operations including RMIT Europe and RMIT Vietnam and incorporates RMIT's key engagement functions comprising Communications, Experience (global marketing, global student recruitment and alumni), and Partnerships (philanthropy, culture, CRM and data services) The Experience function within I&E is responsible for Global Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions, Market Intelligence and Propositions, Alumni, Digital and Experience. The function strives to provide the best possible experience for prospective students across all our markets — domestic, international (onshore & offshore). They are the custodians of our brand, they engage our audiences from prospect through to student, alumni and beyond, and they drive our externally facing digital channels, while ensuring that our proposition meets the needs of our audiences and achieves the University objectives.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.


Position Description - Initiatives and Major Events Officer

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