Events & Communications Officer

Events & Communications Officer – Full-time

Since 1911, the Alliance Française de Perth has been a leading centre for French language education and Francophone culture in Western Australia. We provide high-quality French language courses for all ages and organise a wide range of cultural events, including the highly successful annual Alliance Française French Film Festival.

As part of the worldwide network of more than 830 Alliances Françaises across 135 countries, we are proud to promote French language and culture while fostering dialogue and collaboration between communities.

As we expand our activities, we are seeking a talented and motivated Events & Communications Officer to join our team. This full-time role plays a key part in delivering and promoting the Alliance’s educational and cultural programmes, while enhancing our visibility and engagement within Perth’s community, partners, and networks.

Role

Reporting to the Deputy General Manager, the Events & Communications Officer is responsible for the planning, organisation, and delivery of the Alliance’s cultural events, as well as the promotion and communication with both events and French language courses. This includes the development of engaging content across all social media platforms to showcase the Alliance’s language courses and cultural activities. This role requires creativity, autonomy, and excellent organisational skills to ensure both cultural impact and consistent public visibility.

Key Responsibilities

Event Coordination

• In coordination with the Deputy General Manager, plan, organize, coordinate, and deliver the Alliance’s cultural events throughout the year, including flagship events such as the Alliance Française French Film Festival, Bastille Day, exhibitions, community celebrations and our recurring events.

• Liaise with medias, artists, partners, sponsors, and suppliers to ensure smooth logistics and high-quality outcomes.

• Assist with the preparation of event budgets, track expenses, and ensure delivery within approved financial frameworks.

• Provide on-site support during evening and weekend events.

Communications

• Develop and implement annual communication plans and production timelines for language courses and cultural events.

• Design, edit, and produce marketing materials (flyers, brochures, signage, visuals).

• Develop engaging content for social media, newsletters, and press releases to increase visibility and community engagement.

• Maintain, update and develop the Alliance website with timely and accurate information.

• Develop and monitor targeted media campaigns (Google Ads, Meta Ads, AI-based tools).

• Ensure all communications are consistent with the Alliance Française brand and visual identity.

• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to align campaigns with membership, course, and sponsorship objectives.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local media and cultural partners.

• Contribute to institutional visibility and represent the Alliance at external events when required.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Event Management, Marketing, PR, or a related field.

• Minimum two years’ experience in event coordination and communications.

• Excellent writing and editing skills in English, with French language skills valued.

• Proficiency in design and digital tools (Canva, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Office Suite).

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience working with not-for-profit or community organisations is desirable.

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required by the cultural events.

Requirements

• Current driver’s licence and insurance.

• Valid long-term work or residency visa.

Conditions

• Full-time position (38 hours per week).

• Salary range: $63,000 – $73,000 per year, based on experience.

• Based in Nedlands, Perth.

• Reports to Deputy General Manager.

• Some evening and weekend work required (time off in lieu applicable).

What we provide

• A dynamic, friendly and multicultural team environment.

• A collaborative and supportive workplace with a strong sense of community.

• Opportunities to develop creative projects and connect with local cultural partners.

• Free car parking.

• Possibility to attend free French lessons at the Alliance Française de Perth as part of the position, for candidates who are not yet fluent.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about creating and coordinating events, culture, and communications, and you thrive in a dynamic, multicultural environment with a strong connection to the French language and culture we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to: ***email_hidden***

Applications close: 31 July 2026 – recruitment may commence prior to the closing date.