Events Officer

- Full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract (potential for extension)
- $90 – 94k + Super – Depending on experience. Pro Rata 6 months
- 35 hours per week
- Darlinghurst, NSW | Hybrid & flexible working (WFH & WFO)
About the Organisation
The NSW Council of Social Service (NCOSS) is the peak body for the community sector in NSW. For over 90 years, NCOSS has worked to eliminate poverty and disadvantage, representing the interests of the social service sector and the people it supports. Through advocacy, research, and sector engagement, NCOSS drives positive change and supports a fairer, more inclusive NSW.
About the Opportunity
In this newly created role, you’ll coordinate a calendar of meaningful events, including regional District Forums, NCOSS’s 90th Anniversary Celebration, and the 2025 AGM, while supporting other key engagement activities. It’s a great opportunity for a proactive events all-rounder with strong logistics and stakeholder skills, looking to make a real impact alongside a passionate and purpose-driven team.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinate logistics for in-person and online events across metro and regional NSW.
- Manage venue bookings, travel, accommodation, catering, supplier liaison and on-the-ground support.
- Assist with event design and delivery in collaboration with local partners and stakeholders.
- Liaise with external agencies, performers, speakers, and community leaders.
- Create run sheets, maintain project plans, coordinate communications, and manage registrations.
- Support internal meetings, regional visits, webinars, and digital engagement.
- Provide hands-on support at events, including setup, registration, and attendee care.
- Work closely with the comms team on event promotion, materials, and reporting.
To be successful, you will have:
- Experience in event coordination, ideally in the community, government, or NFP sectors.
- Strong logistical and project coordination skills across multiple concurrent events.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office, Zoom, and CRM platforms.
- Willingness to travel across NSW and work flexibly to support events.
Why join NCOSS?
- Form part of a team working towards a more equitable NSW.
- Deliver meaningful, high-profile events that connect and empower.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Salary packaging and additional leave benefits.
- Work with values-aligned, community-focused professionals.
- Potential for extension or permanency in this newly created role.
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can lead high-quality events that make an impact, apply today!
To apply, please send the following to alyssa@beaumontpeople.com.au
- An up-to-date CV
- A letter of no more than two pages, describing why you’re the right person for the job, based on the Position Description and your knowledge, skills and experience.
If you have any questions about the job, please email your contact details to Alyssa Long from Beaumont People at alyssa@beaumontpeople.com.au and she will be in touch.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and strongly encourage early submissions.
Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, 14 August 2025.
Details
Applications Close | August 14, 2025 |
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Job Board | NCOSS Community Jobs |
Job Category | Administrations & Support |
Job Field | Community Awareness/Development/Engagement |
Employment Basis | Contract |
Salary Range | $90,001 + |
Location | Sydney Wide, Work from Home (WFH) |
Beaumont People
Website | https://www.beaumontpeople.com.au/job-details/events-officer-in-associations-memberships-jobs-1255547 |
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Contact | Alyssa |
Phone number | 02 9093 4907 |
Email address | alyssa@beaumontpeople.com.au |