Events Officer (Civic Events)

Events Officer (Civic Events)

WHY US:
We believe it’s important to do work that matters to you personally. There are so many opportunities that celebrate and enrich our community now and for the future.
Join part of Council’s Community and Lifestyle team with dedicated staff working in civic & executive services, library & children’s services, delivering events, supporting recreation and community development.

JOB DETAILS:
Permanent Full Time       35 hours, 5 days/week over a 7-day bandwidth         $78,422.66 to $85,762.69 + Super  

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Events Officer (Civic Events) is responsible to support the end-to-end creative, production, and delivery of Council’s civic events program, which includes but is not limited to: Mayoral Receptions, park openings, community and commemorative events, official functions, ceremonial occasions, business events and Council’s Australian Citizenship program.

This role is required to support the delivery of an annual program of events, as well and work cross functionally across Council and community to identify and leverage event opportunities and foster collaboration to economise and optimise the calendar of events and improve our event offerings.

ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in event management, project management, protocols or business management and/or equivalent industry experience.
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• Experience in the end-to-end development and delivery of events.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple, and complex projects in a high-pressured environment
• Experience working in a political environment with the ability to retain a positive and focussed attitude
• Ability to produce high quality work, within strict deadlines, with the ability to prioritise, multitask and work with minimum supervision.
• Experience in database management and reporting.
• Superior oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience.
• Ability to travel and attend to events and functions outside of core business hours.
• Demonstrated delivery of continuous improvement, reviewing practices, identify and implement change to increase productivity and output.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
• Access to fitness passport.
• Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD and with subsidised parking available.
• Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume

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CLOSING  21/08/2026 8pm

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Patricia Pina at [email protected]