Events and Engagement Adviser

2 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
  • Do you have proven events and project management experience?
  • Are you experienced in developing and maintaining effective relationships?
  • Can you plan, manage, and actively participate in professional public-facing events?

Korero mo te turanga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting an Events and Engagement Adviser to join Te Koki - New Zealand School of Music (NZSM) on a permanent, part-time basis.

Key responsibilities:

  • Plan, manage, and actively participate in the organisation and delivery of the NZSM's busy and varied event calendar.
  • Plan and support engagement and recruitment activities for the NZSM with the wider University and external stakeholders.
  • Deliver high level events and engagement activities which contribute to the NZSM's reputation and public profile.

O pumanawa - About you

You will be a motivated, customer-focused individual who can take the initiative, provide excellent administration, and deliver a professional public-facing event.

Key requirements:

  • Proven events and project management experience.
  • Understanding of event and engagement best practice.
  • Demonstrated experience of developing and maintaining effective relationships.

Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.

If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.

Close date for vacancy: 30 January 2026.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Adele Chan, School Manager ).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

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