About this role
In this full-time role, based in Richmond, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and managing a range of Epworth Medical Foundation’s donor facing and funded events and selected internal and external branded events and activities for Epworth HealthCare. You will be part of the Epworth Medical Foundation team and report to Group Manager Events.
You will make an impact by:
Create detailed plans for all eventsPlan and organise events with key tasks including (but not limited to)Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliersManage the hiring of key event contractors (production agencies, venues, security etc.)Coordinate all operations from event development, through to bump-in, event delivery, bump-out and post event reviewEnsure adherence to event budgetsLead promotional activities for the eventSupervise event staff (event coordinators, caterers etc.)Administrative tasks including contract review and invoicing, related to event planningLiaise with site-based Brand Managers and divisional management to promote events where requiredEnsure events are completed on-brand and smoothlyAnalyse event success and prepare associated reportingAssist in the administration of all events including invitation lists, RSVP’s and fundraising activities such as rafflesManage meeting room bookings and venue selection for internal stakeholders as requiredAnalyse event success and prepare associated reportingTo be successful in this role…
You will have:
Highly organised with excellent diligence and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same timeProven experience managing significant special events of up to 600 peopleTertiary qualification in relatable field (eg. Business, Administration or Event Coordination)Ability to effectively manage relationships with key corporate donorsExcellent project coordination skillsSound computer literacy and a sound understanding of word, excel and email etiquetteExcellent attention to detail on all areas of communicationExcellent interpersonal skillsWorks independently and in self motivatedExceptional ability to communicate with people from a diverse range of backgroundsAbility to work in a busy team environmentAbility to manage and deliver to deadlinesOpenness to learning and adjusting views to meet individual needs
We will review applications as we receive them.
Why Join Epworth?
It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home payThe largest educational scholarship program of its kind in AustraliaAbility to purchase up to four additional weeks of leaveReduced cost of health services for you and your family at EpworthRelocation assistance is available for approved candidatesWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to Make a Difference?
To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or call (03) 9426 0606.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.