Civic Events Officer

About the Role

This position is responsible for the delivery of high quality civic and corporate events, ensuring public image is enhanced and positively maintained.

This includes:

• Initiate, plan and coordinate Council civic events
• Provide support and advice to the Mayor, CEO, Manager Media and Communications and Council staff in the conduct of civic events
• Ensure that the appropriate ceremonial and protocol requirements are adhered to in the conduct of civic events
• Prepare reports, proposals and budgets for civic events

This role requires you to attend Council civic events as required including weekends and afterhours.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Relevant qualifications and/or extensive experience in a civic or corporate event role
• Previous experience in organising functions and civic events including the preparation and administration of budgets

We are looking for someone who is experienced working with a variety of stakeholders and official delegates, with the ability to work in a team environment both as a leader and participant.

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role and respond to the following questions:

1. Please outline your qualifications and experience relevant to this position.
2. Please detail your experience providing support for management in the conduct of civic events.
3. Please provide an example of a civic event that you have worked on. What was the event, and how was it a success?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Council's website. If you require assistance submitting your application please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on

Applications Close Thursday 3 July 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Caitlin Lewis (Manager - Media & Communications) on

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• Access to financial advice and guidance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace