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/n Administration and Events Assistant - 15 hours/week /n Northern Rivers Community Gateway | Lismore NSW /n Paid Opportunity | Entry-Level | Commencing ASAP /n Gain valuable professional experience while helping deliver an important community event! /n Are you a motivated university student looking to develop your skills in administration, event management and business coordination? /n Northern Rivers Community Gateway is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Administration and Events Assistant to support the planning, coordination and delivery of our sixth Financial Inclusion Conference. /n This is an exciting paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside our Financial Inclusion Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), contributing to a meaningful community initiative while developing practical skills for your future career. /n About the Role /n As our Administration and Events Assistant, you'll provide administrative and coordination support throughout the planning and delivery of our upcoming Financial Inclusion Conference. /n You'll be involved in a variety of activities, from general administration and stakeholder communications through to event logistics, scheduling and conference preparation. /n This is an excellent opportunity for a student studying business, event management, marketing, communications or a related discipline who is eager to gain real-world professional experience. /n Key Responsibilities /n Working closely with our Financial Inclusion Coordinator and CEO, your responsibilities will include: /n Administration and Coordination /n /n

- /n Providing general administrative support to the conference planning team. /n
- /n Preparing and maintaining spreadsheets, documents, schedules and correspondence. /n
- /n Coordinating meetings, managing calendars and assisting with meeting preparation. /n
- /n Responding to enquiries and communicating with internal and external stakeholders. /n




- /n Maintaining accurate records and assisting with general project administration. /n /n Event Planning and Delivery /n /n
- /n Assisting with the planning and coordination of our sixth Financial Inclusion Conference. /n
- /n Supporting event logistics, including venue arrangements, catering, equipment and other requirements. /n
- /n Liaising with presenters, sponsors, suppliers and community stakeholders. /n
- /n Assisting with conference registrations, attendee communications and information management. /n
- /n Supporting promotional activities, marketing materials and event communications. /n
- /n Monitoring event planning timelines and assisting with the completion of key tasks. /n
- /n Providing on-the-day administrative and logistical support during the conference. /n /n About You /n We're looking for someone who is organised, enthusiastic and willing to learn. /n Ideally, you will: /n /n
- /n Be currently studying business, event management, marketing, communications, administration or a related discipline. /n
- /n Have strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. /n
- /n Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. /n
- /n Be confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook. /n
- /n Be reliable, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks. /n
- /n Enjoy working collaboratively and engaging with a variety of people. /n
- /n Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn new skills. /n
- /n Have an interest in community development, financial wellbeing or the not-for-profit sector. /n /n Previous professional or event management experience is not essential. We're looking for someone with the right attitude,



enthusiasm and willingness to contribute. /n What We Offer /n /n
- /n Paid employment with valuable hands-on experience. /n
- /n The chance to work closely with our Financial Inclusion Coordinator and CEO. /n
- /n Practical exposure to administration, event coordination and project delivery. /n
- /n Opportunities to develop professional skills and build industry connections. /n
- /n Experience working with stakeholders across the community services and financial inclusion sectors. /n
- /n A welcoming, supportive and collaborative team environment. /n
- /n The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an important community initiative. /n /n About Northern Rivers Community Gateway /n Northern Rivers Community Gateway is a not-for-profit organisation that has supported individuals, families and communities across Northern NSW since 1976. /n We deliver a diverse range of community services and initiatives focused on improving wellbeing, strengthening communities and supporting people experiencing disadvantage. /n Our Financial Inclusion Conference brings together professionals, organisations and community stakeholders to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships and explore solutions to financial disadvantage. /n You can learn more about our previous conferences and financial inclusion initiatives here: /n https://www.financialinclusionnetwork.com.au/publications/ /n How to Apply /n If you're a motivated student looking to develop your administration and event coordination skills, we'd love to hear from you! /n Please submit: /n /n
- /n Your current resume. /n
- /n A brief cover letter outlining your studies, relevant skills and interest in the position. /n /n Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a preference for candidates available to commence as soon as possible. /n We encourage applications from students across a range of relevant disciplines. /n

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📌 Administration and Events Assistant - Paid Internship (Lismore)
🏢 Northern Rivers Community Gateway
📍 Lismore