Events Officer

2 days ago

Horsham Victoria, Australia Horsham Rural City Council Full time $70,000 - $90,000 per year
  • Band 5 (Commencing at $73K per annum, based on full-time)
  • Temporary Full Time (6 months)
  • Flexible working arrangements available

Do you thrive in the excitement of event planning? Are you passionate about creating memorable community experiences and activating local spaces with culture, entertainment and energy? If so, this newly created role at Horsham Rural City Council is your opportunity to shine.

About the Role

As the Events Officer, you'll be at the heart of delivering Council-led festivals and events that celebrate the vibrancy of our region. From large-scale outdoor festivals to pop-up activations at our iconic City Oval Stage and Riverfront Meeting Place, you'll bring energy, creativity, and coordination skills to ensure every event is successful, safe, and engaging.

This role is also key in supporting community-led events offering your professional guidance, reviewing event applications, and ensuring the events calendar is always buzzing with activity.

What You'll Do

  • Plan and deliver engaging Council-run festivals and events
  • Liaise with performers, contractors, and internal teams to bring events to life
  • Provide support and specialist advice to community event organisers
  • Collaborate with Media & Communications to promote events across platforms
  • Evaluate and improve events through community feedback and data
  • Ensure all events meet compliance, OH&S, and risk management standards

About You

You're either a recent Event Management Graduate with drive and creativity, or you bring hands-on experience from working on events in a community or council context. You'll be a confident communicator, a born organiser, and someone who thrives under pressure especially when an event is about to go live

What you bring:

  • Tertiary qualification in Event Management (or related field)
  • Experience coordinating public or community events
  • Strong understanding of risk management and safety protocols
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and planning skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across internal departments and community groups
  • A valid Victorian Driver's Licence and a Working with Children Check

Why Join Us?

At Horsham Rural City Council, we offer flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive team environment where innovation is encouraged. You'll work across our Wimmera Business Centre and Civic Centre, engaging with the community while helping to shape and deliver events that make Horsham an exciting place to live and visit.

About Horsham

Located just 300km northwest of Melbourne, Horsham is the thriving hub of the Wimmera region. Home to vibrant arts and cultural scenes, picturesque rivers, stunning parks like Mount Arapiles and the Grampians National Park, and a strong sense of community, Horsham offers the perfect balance of city services and regional charm.

Ready to make your mark?

For a confidential discussion, contact Annie Mintern, Acting Manager Investment Attraction & Growth on

Applications close soon, so don't miss this chance to be at the centre of Horsham's most exciting events

To apply for this job go to: & enter ref code: Applications close 10 October 2025

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