Black & White Event Coordinator and Administrator

Job Description

Black & White Event Coordinator and Administrator Job No: VNA676 Location: Double Bay, NSW Permanent, part-time opportunity (working 3 days per week) Double Bay location with Work from Home Flexibility Base Salary = $86,272 pro rata + Superannuation with Salary Packaging up to $15.9k About Us Join an organisation committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. As a Vision Australia employee, you are part of a team committed to supporting people who are blind or have low vision to live the life they choose and striving for their inclusion in all areas of society. We listen to our more than 35,000 clients, building our services around their needs and aspirations. Similarly, we trust our workforce to use their best judgement to achieve positive, measurable outcomes. As a trusted pillar of the community, Vision Australia has been supporting people who are blind or have low vision for more than 150 years. About the Opportunity As our Black & White Event Coordinator and Administrator, you will provide enhanced co-ordination and administrative support to the Black and White Committee whose mission is to raise funds for children who are blind or have low vision. In this role you will also: Support the Black & White President and Committee in organising a full calendar of events, typically between four to five each year. This includes developing invitations, managing RSVPs, assisting to secure speakers, talent, and MCs, as well as creating seating plans, run sheets, and scripts. Assist the President and Committee in establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors, sponsors, and partners, negotiating contracts and ensuring services meet quality standards. Utilise social media, digital engagement strategies, press releases, website, and other communication channels to maximise event visibility and attendance. You should have a tertiary qualification in fundraising, marketing, sales or event management or demonstrable practical experience. In addition, experience and strong desire to make telephone calls to supporters, assisting with online ticket sales, encouraging supporters to attend VA events, asking sponsors to support events and for raffle prizes is encouraged. You will also have: Advanced computer skills with previous use of a CRM, Excel, Word, mail merge, etc. Proficiency in the use of email marketing automation and campaign coordination tools. Excellent interpersonal, relationship building, influencing, verbal and written communication skills. Benefits of Working at Vision Australia Flexible working hours available to suit your needs. Annual salary review to ensure your pay is in-line with the market rates. Easy-to-access location. Professional development opportunities and micro-learning sessions available for all staff. Contact If you have any questions about the role please contact the hiring manager, Sarah Clark. To Apply If this sounds like a great fit for you then please complete our online application. Applications should consist of a full resume and a cover letter. Please note that PDF documents are not accepted for accessibility reasons. If you require any support or considerations with the application process, please reach out to People and Culture or the above hiring manager. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive culture, and value diversity and all abilities. We highly encourage applications from candidates who are blind or have low vision and from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. #J-18808-Ljbffr