Conference Manager

2 weeks ago

Canberra, Australia Hudson Australia Full time

This pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading

Large Government agency is seeking an experienced **Conference Manager (EL1)** to oversee the successful delivery of a high-profile conference. This is a **6-month labour hire** opportunity with a key government entity, requiring a skilled professional to manage logistics, stakeholder engagement, and communications.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Act as the primary liaison with the Commission's conference management service.
- Ensure project deliverables are met through regular review of the conference project plan.
- Draft communications, including speaker invitations and promotional materials.
- Prepare and manage briefing packs, reports, and correspondence to meet deadlines.
- Oversee conference registration processes and provide support where required.
- Coordinate the production of conference materials, presentations, and assets.
- Monitor budgets and prepare financial reports.
- Develop videographer and photographer briefs in consultation with the conference management service.
- Assist in the delivery of additional events and forums as needed.
- Complete mandatory training programs as required.
- Work standard business hours (7 hours 30 minutes per day) with a minimum 30-minute lunch break. Weekend and public holiday work may be required with prior approval.

**Essential Requirements**:

- Proven experience in conference and event management.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Demonstrated contract management experience, including financial and project reporting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in delivering high-quality communications materials and activities.
- Proven ability to manage complex communications and events projects.
- Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading, and copy-editing skills, including plain English translation of complex information.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and collaborative approach to issue resolution.
- Ability to manage competing tasks and priorities under tight deadlines.
- A **bachelor's degree** in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field, and/or a minimum **7 years' experience** in a similar role.

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