Job Description

About Ku-ring-gai Council

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Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney's most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

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With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character, and community values.

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About the role

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As Events Coordinator, you will coordinate a dynamic portfolio of Council events and programs, working collaboratively with internal teams, community organisations, government agencies, suppliers, contractors, volunteers, sponsors and media partners.

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- Salary $98,182.78 to $113,892.48 p/a (pro-rata) + super *
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- Job Share Opportunity: Temporary part time position (14 hours per week) - Up to 28 January 2028
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- Lead the planning and delivery of a diverse program of community, cultural, civic and corporate events
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Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

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- Leading the delivery of major Council events including community, cultural, civic and seasonal events, from planning through to evaluation.
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- Developing new opportunities to activate Ku-ring-gai, including creating an annual new event that responds to community interests.
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- Building partnerships and securing funding through sponsorships, grants and strong relationships with community, corporate, arts and government organisations.
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- Coordinating event marketing and promotion with Council's Communications Team, media partners and other stakeholders.
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- Leading and supporting event teams, including staff, volunteers, contractors and suppliers, to deliver safe, high-quality events.
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- Managing event planning, budgets, risk and reporting,



including maintaining a Council-wide events calendar and providing advice and reports to Council and senior management.
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Qualifications, Skills & Experience

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- Extensive experience in events, with a proven track record delivering community and/or corporate events.
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- Relevant tertiary qualifications in event management or a related field, plus a current Class C Driver Licence.
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- Strong event management skills, including budgeting, risk assessment, evaluation and the coordination of staff, volunteers and contractors.
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- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, lead teams and deliver outstanding customer service.
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- Experience in marketing, social media and public relations, with the ability to promote events and engage diverse audiences.
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- A solid understanding of sponsorship and partnerships, with demonstrated ability to identify funding opportunities and build relationships with corporate, community and government stakeholders.
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- Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks additional annual leave per calendar year
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- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
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- Supportive, collaborative and values-driven team culture
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- Access to Fitness Passport
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- Annual Health & Fitness reimbursement of up to $100 (subject to eligibility)
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- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
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- Free onsite parking
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- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
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- Convenient Ku-ring-gai location with beautiful natural surroundings
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For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website.

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*Salary is equivalent to $39,273.11 - $45,556.99 p/a for 14 weekly hours + super

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Closes: 11:30pm, Tuesday 1 September 2026

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Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer

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📌 Events Coordinator (Ku-ring-gai Council)
🏢 Ku-ring-gai Council
📍 Ku-ring-gai Council