Job Description

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Are you an experienced events professional who loves bringing people together and creating exceptional experiences?

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Do you thrive on the challenge of delivering complex conferences and events, balancing big-picture thinking with meticulous attention to detail?

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Looking for a role where you can take ownership, contribute your ideas and work with a talented team delivering events that make an impact?

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Ready to bring your events expertise to a thriving, critical sector that underpins Australia's prosperity, resilience and liveability?

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Heart Talent is delighted to partner with the Australian Water Association (AWA) — the peak body for Australia's water sector — as it enters an exciting new chapter.

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With a new five-year strategy setting clear direction for the water community and a vision for a sustainable water future, there's real momentum behind growing AWA's reach and impact, making this an exciting time to join the organisation.

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As AWA evolves to become a catalyst for system-wide change, its events play a critical role in connecting people, sharing knowledge, building capability and inspiring collaboration across the water sector and beyond.

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This is an opportunity to join an established, high-performing events team and take ownership of a diverse portfolio of premium events with national and international reach.

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- permanent, full time role
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- Chatswood office
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- hybrid working — 3 days in office/2 days WFH
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- salary packaging benefits to boost take home pay
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- novated leasing for vehicles
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- join a respected brand in a critical sector
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- connect, educate and engage a national professional community
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- work with an experienced and supportive team with a strong reputation
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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY n

Reporting to the Head of Events, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of conferences, dinners, award ceremonies, webinars and other member and industry events,



working across the full event lifecycle from program development and planning through to delivery and evaluation.

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You'll work closely with members, committees, speakers, sponsors and internal teams to create engaging, high-quality experiences that deliver genuine value while meeting commercial and strategic objectives.

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You'll also play a key role in the delivery of Ozwater, AWA's flagship annual event, and provide guidance and support to other members of the events team.

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This is a senior, hands-on role with plenty of autonomy, complexity and variety. You'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, identify new opportunities and help shape how AWA delivers its face-to-face, digital and hybrid events into the future.

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Key responsibilities

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- independently manage the end-to-end delivery of a diverse portfolio of national and state-based conferences and events
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- lead event planning, program development, timelines, budgets, venues, suppliers, registrations and logistics
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- work with committees, members and subject matter experts to develop relevant, engaging programs and technical content
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- manage relationships with sponsors, speakers, partners and other stakeholders
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- collaborate with the events team on the planning and delivery of Ozwater
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- work closely with marketing and other internal teams to support event promotion, attendance and engagement
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- manage event budgets, financial performance, KPIs and post-event reporting
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- identify new business opportunities and ways to enhance event delivery,



commercial outcomes and the member experience
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- provide leadership, guidance and support to other members of the events team
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- deputise for the Head of Events when required
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ABOUT YOU n

You're an experienced event skilled with a strong track record delivering complex conferences and events.

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Highly organised, proactive and commercially aware, you're equally comfortable managing the detail, navigating competing priorities and building relationships with senior stakeholders.

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You're a natural collaborator who brings a positive, solutions-focused approach and takes pride in delivering exceptional experiences.

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We’d love you to bring:

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- at least 5 years' experience in a similar role
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- demonstrated experience managing conferences and complex, multi-stream events from concept through to evaluation
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- solid project management, planning, budgeting and supplier management capability
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- experience working with committees, speakers, sponsors and senior stakeholders
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- excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
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- ability to manage multiple events, competing priorities and tight deadlines
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- confidence with event technology, including digital and hybrid event delivery
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- commercial awareness and an ability to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
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- a collaborative, service-focused approach and willingness to support and guide colleagues
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- qualifications in event management or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
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While water or association sector experience is not a prerequisite, you have a genuine interest in doing work that matters in a purpose-driven organisation.

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You’ll also be comfortable with the flexibility and travel required to deliver events across Australia.

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Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.

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📌 Senior Event Manager -- Australian Water Association (New South Wales)
🏢 Heart Talent
📍 New South Wales