Salary Range: $94,992.79 - $110,382.66 per annum

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Application Close Date: Sunday, 20th September 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Program & Events Manager to lead the development and delivery of a vibrant program of arts, cultural, community, and commercial events across two of Cairns' premier venues, the Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) and Munro Martin Parklands (MMP).

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Develop and deliver the curated program of council funded and venue hire activation for CPAC and MMP Precinct in line with the strategic arts & cultural initiatives and branch business outcomes.
- Oversee and manage the entire event booking process to ensure consistency in high level service delivery, of commercial, private and community groups.
- To build and sustain on-going relationships with clients to develop programming opportunities within the CPAC and MMP precinct.

What We’re Looking For:

- Tertiary qualifications in Event Management, Performing Arts, or a related discipline; or equivalent demonstrated industry experience.
- High-level experience in performing arts and entertainment event administration.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating or managing events in the performing arts, corporate and/or hospitality industry.
- Demonstrated conceptual,



analytical and research skills including the ability to develop innovative solutions, systems and procedures.
- Proven understanding of marketing, audience development, and community engagement in delivering successful arts programming in venues or festival contexts.
- Extensive knowledge of the arts and culture sector, including developed networks of producers, creatives, artists, and professional promoters locally and nationally.

If you are passionate about the arts, thrive in a quick-paced environment, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!

Some benefits we offer:

- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.

We are committed to:

- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

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📌 Program & Events Manager (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Cairns Regional Council
📍 Cairns Regional