Job Description
Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe are looking for experienced and organised Event and Conference Planners to help deliver a wide range of highquality events at Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland. These roles are based at our City Campus in central Auckland.We have two (2) fixedterm opportunities available, each likely to run for 12 months, offering a unique opportunity to work closely with academic leadership, staff, and students within a dynamic and creative faculty environment.In these varied and peoplefocused roles, you will manage the endtoend delivery of events throughout the year. These include public lectures, student and staff celebrations, recruitment events such as seminars and webinars, stakeholder dinners, cocktail functions, pwhiri, and more. You will work closely with colleagues across the University to ensure each event runs smoothly and reflects its core purpose.From developing concepts and timelines to managing budgets and logistics, you will bring structure and creativity to every stage of event delivery. You will also provide expert advice and support to stakeholders to help deliver consistently polished, safe, and wellexecuted events. You will report directly to the Event and Operations Manager and work collaboratively within the Event Services team.Event Services, part of Campus Environment, is dedicated to providing highquality services that enhance, support, and serve the University community. We aim to boost the University’s reputation, contribute to campus vibrancy, mitigate risk, and deliver costeffective solutions for students, staff, partners, and industry.We are offering two fixed-term, full-time opportunities (37.5 hours per week), with contract lengths of 12 months. The salary range for these roles is $63,000 to $79,000 per annum, negotiable depending on skills and experience.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Proven experience in the end-to-end coordination of diverse events, ranging from intimate gatherings of 20 to large-scale functions for over 1,000 attendees, within a large and complex organisationHigh level of digital confidence, with advanced capability in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookKnowledge of New Zealand Health and Safety legislation and best-practice risk assessment proceduresStrong numerical skills with demonstrated experience in budget development, tracking and financial management
Experience