Events Officer

Utilise your events experience to design, plan and execute a variety of events at CDU About the Position As the Events Officer, you will be responsible for the planning, coordinating and execution of CDU's major events, ranging from Open Days, academic conferences, student recruitment activations to community outreach programs. The role supports the university's strategic objectives by delivering high-quality events that enhance the university's reputation, promotes future student recruitment, and foster connections with both internal and external stakeholders. Possessing exceptional communication skills, the Events Officer has a lead role in stakeholder management, utilising project management skills to deliver events on time and within budget, whilst maintaining a strategic focus on the return on investment of activities. Familiar with event operations and logistics, the Event Officer requires a strong understanding of the customer journey, from pre-event marketing and promotion, through attendance and on-the-day experience, to post-event follow-up and conversion, ensuring events contribute to the University's broader growth and engagement objectives. As the Event Officer, you must have the ability to travel to regional and remote locations and at times, will be required to work outside standard office hours depending on events and peak periods of workload.

Welcome to the Charles Darwin University (CDU) careers page and thank you for considering our institution as part of your career search. Rooted in the Northern Territory, our institution embodies the inclusive, resilient, and courageous spirit of the region. Our campuses and delivery sites reflect our commitment to this vast and diverse area, spanning from major cities such as Darwin, Brisbane, and Sydney to regional centers like Alice Springs, Palmerston, and Katherine. Additionally, we extend our presence into remote locations, including Nhulunbuy, Tennant Creek, and various on-country communities, working in collaboration with and for these communities.