Event and Conference Planner

Auckland, New Zealand

• Fulltime
• UoA

Department Name:
Event Services

• Campus: Auckland City Campus
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Position Number:

Company Description:

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We an exciting opportunity available for an
Event Planner to join our Event Services Team at the University of Auckland.

You will work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, and will be accountable for end-to-end event management, including project planning, budget management, risk assessment, customer communications, onsite management and debriefs.

You will provide expertise, guidance and advice to ensure informed and timely decisions are made ensuring the success of the event.

This is a
full-time (37.5 hours pw),
permanent position. The salary range is between $54, ,000 based on experience and qualifications.

This position will commence in January 2023.

For more detailed information on this role, please view the Position Description.

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū
This is a great opportunity to work for an internationally recognised organisation, in a fast-paced, professional environment with flexible hours

Reporting to the Event Operations Manager, you will work collaboratively with a team of dedicated, innovative and proactive individuals ensuring successful delivery of a wide variety of events - from conferences to awards evenings to orientation events and everything in between.

About you | He kōrero mōu
This role would suit a highly organised go getter with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach. Event experience within a tertiary institution or business events would be an advantage.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Experience in a similar role is required and a qualification in Events or tertiary degree is preferred.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong administrative skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Experience with event management software (ideally Events Air).
• Experience producing virtual events

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees which ensures a healthy work-life balance through:

• Five weeks' annual leave per annum
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Over 300 different career development courses.
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Event Services, part of Campus Life, provides quality services to enhance, support and serve the University community through a wide range of events and conferences.

We work to enhance university reputation and add to the vibrancy of the campus whilst mitigating risk and realising economies for university customers, students, partners and industry.

Applications must be submitted online to be considered.

Applications will close on either
8 January 2023 or
once we have filled this role. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Additional Information:

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