The Program Officer position will work within WAM’s team to deliver WAM’s contracted service delivery across our Healthway, State Government and other funding contracts. The position is part-time between .4 - .6 FTE and hours can be versatile and negotiated with WAM prior to commencement.

The position will assist with all aspects of event and program delivery including planning, planning and delivery, coordination with artists and liaison with contractors such as production companies and live music venues.

The programs and events the position will assist with includes WAM’s awards programs such as the Song of the Year and WAM Awards, WAM Presents Workshops, our New Noise schools’ program and WA Music Week. From time-to-time the position will assist with fee-for-service artist bookings where WAM is contracted to assist with music programming.

Key Responsibilities

- Program/Event Planning & Delivery – Assist with both the planning and delivery of WAM programs and events, including:

- Work within the WAM team on medium and long-term planning of WAM’s event schedule.

- Coordinate event operations and information (eg. run sheets, event workbooks, etc) between WAM staff, suppliers, contractors and artists.

- Manage coordination of suppliers and contractors to deliver events.

- Booking and contracting of artists to perform at WAM events.

- Database Management – Assist with the development and management of key systems and databases relating to WAM’s programs, including:

- The design,



management and implementation of WAM’s award submission platforms.

- Assisting with the upkeep of key membership, stakeholder and VIP databases.

- Upkeep of other platforms such as mailing systems and online communications platforms.

- Administrative Assistance: Working within the WAM team to provide administrative assistance and support to WAM’s program delivery, including:

- Capturing and recording data from WAM’s programs to assist with compliance and record keeping.

- Assisting with phone and email enquiries from artists, the public and WAM’s membership.

- Provide administrative support to the Operations Manager and CEO as required.

Key Position Requirements

- Previous experience in event organisation or program delivery within Creative Industries or Contemporary Music.

- Ability to deliver events with strong organisational abilities within a busy environment.

- Demonstrated well-developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

- Demonstrated experience using technology including Microsoft Office Products along with other database and communication platforms.

- Demonstrated time management, organisational, planning and coordination skills.

- Experience in managing contractors to deliver successful programs or events.

Shortlisting will commence as applications are received and applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Position may be filled prior to closing date of 7am on the 31st of July 2026.

Any queries can be directed to Owen Whittle at *****@wam.org.au

📌 Program Officer (Perth)
🏢 The West Australian Music Industry Association
📍 Perth