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We are on the lookout for a resourceful Event and Conference Planner to join our all-star team at University of Auckland in Auckland.
Growing your career as a Full Time Event and Conference Planner is an awesome opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, planning and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Event and Conference Planner at University of Auckland today!

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Campus Life is a Service Division that supports an engaging and inclusive campus experience for students at 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.

Job Description

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have an exciting 12 month fixed-term opportunity for an Event Planner to join our Event Services Team at the University of Auckland based within the Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries, where you will support the delivery of a wide range of events for the faculty.

You will be accountable for developing event concepts, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with the faculty marketing team, coordinating the annual events calendar and managing events end-to-end. You will also provide expertise, guidance, and advice to ensure informed and timely decisions can be made to ensure the delivery of professional, successful and safe events.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours pw) position. The salary range is between $54,700 - 74,000 based on experience and

qualifications

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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 Services Team Leader, you will work collaboratively with the Faculty Communication and Marketing team and other Event Services Event Planners to ensure events meet Event Owners objectives and are delivered in a professional and timely manner.

About you | He kōrero mōu

Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years’ experience implementing both virtual and in-person events, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to confidently and tactfully inform and advise stakeholders. You will need to hit the ground running and be able to multi-task and work confidently under pressure. You’ll need to use your initiative, and work both independently as well as part of a team.

This role will suit someone who is highly organised, takes a proactive approach, is able to lead the planning and management of events in the faculty, thrives in a busy environment and has a genuine interest in the Creative Arts. An understanding of tikanga and kawa for events would be advantageous.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Experience in a similar role and a tertiary qualification is required,
• Experience in all aspects of event management essential,
• Proactive with excellent communication skills, effective time management, budgets development and maintenance and client management skills,
• Ability to think creatively and develop event concepts that will deliver on objectives,
• High level of competence with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
• Experience with a CMS (Ideally Adobe Experience Manager), working knowledge of how CRM systems operate for creation of bespoke event landing pages would be advantageous. 

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.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Applications must be submitted online to be considered. Applications will close on either 25th September 2022  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.

If you are interested in applying and want more information, please contact Melika Carlson ( View email address on jobs.smartrecruiters.com ) for details.  Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications sent via email.

Additional Information

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to

Company Benefits:
● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Advantageous package