About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

The Strategic Communications and Engagement team comprises communications, media, events and fundraising functions that work to raise awareness of the challenges faced by our participants and bring about the changes needed to improve outcomes for individuals, families and communities.

Together with the Policy and Advocacy team and program areas, the Strategic Communications and Engagement team integrates participant voice, practice wisdom, policy, strategic communications and advocacy to increase Jesuit Social Services’ voice, engagement, influence, independence and impact.

The Events Lead is part of the Communications team, which develops, delivers and evaluates communication and engagement strategies that support organisational priorities.

About the role

The Events Lead role at Jesuit Social Services works within the Advocacy and Strategic Communications Directorate to design and deliver a range of activities to enhance the organisations reputation as a thought leader and strengthen relationships with stakeholders.

Size, scope and strategic intent of events various from large annual events such as the Annual Dinner through to webinars for report launches and intimate events for major donors.

The Events Lead is an integral role reporting to the Director Advocacy and Strategic Communications and working closely with the Policy, Media, Communications and Fundraising teams to design and deliver engaging events to support strategic priorities.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:

• An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
• A welcoming and supportive relational environment
• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing training and development related to your role
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave

About you

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

1. Demonstrated experience leading and delivering successful events that support fundraising, communication and advocacy goals, including launches, webinars, stakeholder events, employee events, and large supporter events (up to 450 people).
2. Demonstrated experience writing and producing quality event products and associated communications including promotional materials, invitations, blurbs, speaker bios, agendas, briefs, and social media content.
3. Demonstrated experience managing internal and external stakeholders including liaising with government departments, guest speakers and VIPs.
4. Strong ability to work collaboratively with leadership and colleagues to identify event goals and deliver high quality outcomes in line with strategic intent.
5. Superior organisation and time management skills to plan and deliver events and associated communications and engagement.

How to apply

• Click "Apply Now" and upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.

• For further information please contact Andrew Yule , Director Advocacy and Strategic Communications on 0448 380 455.

Applications close at 5.00pm on the closing date.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interview will be conducted on an ongoing basis. The closing date may be subject to change without notice.

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.

Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

A position description is attached.