Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client
for an experienced
Event Manager
to support the planning and delivery of a significant public-facing event in ****. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications and events qualified with experience managing stakeholder engagement, media activities, and large-scale events within a complex environment.
Based in
Canberra (ACT)
, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver high-quality event outcomes, develop communication materials, manage suppliers, and provide strategic communications advice.
Contract Details
Location: Greenway, ACT
Contract Duration: until June **** (with Potential extension)
Security Clearance: Baseline
Work Authorization: Australian Citizen ONLY
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning and delivery of a major event scheduled for ****.
Work closely with executives, project teams, and stakeholders to coordinate event activities.
Manage external suppliers, contracts, budgets, and event resources.
Develop and oversee communication products including media materials, social media content, web content, videos, and stakeholder communications.
Coordinate media activities and support the implementation of approved media strategies.




Provide expert communications and event management advice to stakeholders.
Support broader communications initiatives and branch priorities as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Proven experience in event management, ideally including large-scale events.
Experience in public affairs, communications, media, public relations, or stakeholder engagement roles.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Experience developing communication and engagement materials for diverse audiences.
Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
Experience managing media requirements for events is desirable.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Event Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Chandler Macleod Group
📍 Canberra