Job Title

Senior Events Advisor

Job Description

Join a leading research organisation where events and community engagement play a critical role in engaging the community in WEHI’s research and impact.

About the Position

TheSeniorEvents Advisoris responsible fordeveloping and delivering events and experiences for a diverse range of external audiences. The role coordinatesand delivers engaging events and tours ensuring that WEHI is represented in a positive and inspiring manner.

The role works collaborativelyacross theEngagement and Communicationsdepartmentand is a key support for Fundraising and Philanthropy as well asotherinternal and external stakeholders to plan, coordinate and deliver events.

The roleis responsible foridentifyingresourcing requirements for eventsand supports organisers to ensure that theymeettheir desiredobjectiveswithin budget and other parameters.The role uses learnings to continuously improve event effectivenessand builds guidelines and processes to support WEHI staff to plan and manage future events.

Who are you

You are an events specialist with superior organisation and project management skills. You relish managing a busy and varied calendar of events and engaging with diverse stakeholders to ensure the seamless delivery of events that achieve their objectives. Join a collaborative and energetic team dedicated to connecting the community with the impact of WEHI’s work.

Selection Criteria

Essential Knowledge and Skills:





- A tertiary qualification or equivalent related experience in events, marketing or similar.
- Demonstrated experience delivering events from start to finish, including evaluation.
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational skills anddemonstratedability to manage multiple projects concurrently with solid attention to detail
- Ability to work with limited guidance and under pressure in a team environment.

Personal Qualities:

- Demonstrated ability to deal efficiently,professionallyand courteously with people at alllevels (both internal and external).
- Ability to work at after-hours eventson occasionandmaintainexcellent service levels.
- Ability to adapt to evolving business needs andoperateeffectively with uncertainty.

Current First Aid, RSA and Working With Children Check (WWCC) certifications are preferred. If you do not currently hold these qualifications, a willingness to obtain them upon commencement is essential.

Please refer to the position description for fullkey selection criteria.

Terms of Appointment

This positionis ongoing in a full-time capacity.SalaryPSE 7 ($108,119 - $117,039).Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more. 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme.

General enquiries can be directed to

A position description is available here.

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📌 Senior Events Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 WEHI (Walter & Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research)
📍 Melbourne