Arts & Culture Major Events Officer

About the role

Glen Eira City Council's Arts & Culture team, within the Community Wellbeing Directorate, produces and funds free and low-cost events such as Carols in the Park, summer music concerts, NAIDOC and Diwali programming, and the Glen Eira Storytelling Festival. The Major Events Officer supports the delivery of arts and cultural programs that connect, engage and inspire the community. The position is part-time (0.8 FTE), temporary for 12 months, reporting to the Events Team Leader.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate projects from planning through to delivery and evaluation, working with artists, community groups, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Manage event planning, operations and project documentation.
• Build stakeholder relationships and advise on arts and cultural initiatives.
• Co-ordinate budgets, contractors and funding opportunities while complying with legislative and risk management requirements.
• Prepare reports, funding applications and administrative documentation, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Proactive events professional with experience delivering arts, cultural or community programs and events.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating arts, cultural, community or major events and managing projects within timeframes.
• Sound knowledge of arts and cultural programming, event management principles and community engagement.
• Well-developed communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and relevant administrative systems.

What we offer

• Pay of $50.93-$55.57 per hour depending on experience, plus 12% superannuation.
• Hybrid work, average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata).
• Paid training and learning and development programs.
• Reward and recognition programs, comprehensive leave entitlements and corporate gym memberships.

Applications are made online with a resume and a one-page cover letter; the closing date is 11 November 2026. Candidates must pass pre-employment checks including a Working with Children Check, police record check, medical assessment and evidence of right to work in Australia.