Events Officer

Events Officer ( Part Time Temporary until 2 July 2027)

Requisition Number: 1179

Salary Range: $87,255.06 - $94,452.29 pro-rata per annum

Position Type: Part Time Temporary until 2 July 2027

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 5 July 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Help Create Memorable Experiences That Bring Our Community Together

Are you passionate about delivering events that connect people, celebrate community achievements, and create lasting positive impact?

We have a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and organised Events Officer to join our team!

What You Will Do

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to some of the Cairns region's most significant celebrations and commemorations while developing your event management, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination skills in a supportive team environment.

As the Events Officer, you will support the day-to-day effectiveness of Council's events function and contribute to creating meaningful opportunities for residents, visitors, community groups, and stakeholders to connect and engage. You will assist in coordinating event logistics, managing supplier information, supporting sponsorship and stakeholder relationships, facilitating permits and approvals, and helping evaluate event outcomes to continuously improve community participation and impact.

From Australia Day celebrations and ANZAC Day commemorations to community expos, festive events, and major sporting events, you will play a key role in helping deliver experiences that strengthen community cohesion, engagement, and pride.

What We Are Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Marketing or Event Management and/or demonstrated equivalent workplace experience.
• Current Australian Drivers Licence to independently drive between Council facilities.
• Demonstrated event management capability to contribute to the planning and delivery of community events.
• Good presentation and writing skills.
• Ability to relate well to the public and staff.
• Understanding of event management software.
• Ability to work after hours when necessary, including some weekends and public holidays.

If you are ready to help deliver events that bring people together and create lasting community 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
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice opportunities

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!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: ***email_hidden***

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council