APS5 Event Coordinator

• 8 month contract, commencing June 2026
• Canberra role, remote working considered
• Small agency with great culture

The Agency:
This small APS agency plays a key role in delivering technical and scientific services that support government, industry and the broader Australian community. The team works closely with both domestic and international stakeholders on large-scale initiatives.

The Role:
This APS5 Events Officer role will support the delivery of a major international plenary event scheduled for late 2026. You will be responsible for coordinating logistics, stakeholder engagement and administrative support to ensure seamless event delivery.

This is an approximately 8-month contract (June 2026 – January 2027), based in Canberra with some flexibility for remote work. In-person attendance will be required for key milestones and event delivery.

Duties:

• Coordinate end-to-end logistics for a large international event
• Manage event materials including registrations, delegate packs and communications
• Prepare runsheets and act as key liaison for venue and AV requirements
• Oversee on-the-day operations including registration desk and issue resolution
• Coordinate catering, hospitality and event setup
• Provide secretariat support including agendas, minutes and stakeholder coordination
• Liaise with domestic and international stakeholders and suppliers
• Prepare reports, briefings and post-event lessons learned documentation

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in event coordination or logistics for complex projects
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• High-level written skills, including briefs and correspondence
• Experience supporting large-scale events in the APS or a government setting will be highly regarded

Eligibility and How to Apply:
To be eligible for this position you must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.

To apply for this position please click ‘apply now’ and upload a simple version of your CV. A cover letter is optional. For a confidential discussion feel free to reach out to Tanisha on [email protected]

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