Senior Event Activation Officer

About the role
As Senior Events Activation Officer at the City of Greater Geelong, you’ll lead the planning and delivery strategic, high-profile projects that enhance Greater Geelong’s events program and public spaces.  A key focus will be managing the end to end Expression of Interest, design and delivery process for the replacement of the City’s iconic Christmas centrepiece for 2028. You will oversee a range of event activations and lead the delivery of city-coordinated events including Christmas celebrations, Tastes of Greater Geelong and live site activations.

This fixed-term role offers an opportunity to combine strong project management, procurement and stakeholder engagement skills with creative thinking and a passion for events and place activation.

Work type: Fixed term, full time (14 months)
Classification: Band 7 at $109,342.91 plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute innovative programs and projects that align with the major events calendar and the Geelong Major Events Strategy.
• Ensure a place-based approach is integrated into all event planning and delivery to enhance community engagement and local relevance.
• Oversee the planning and execution of major city-coordinated events such as Christmas celebrations, Tastes of Greater Geelong, and live site activations.
• Implement strategies to improve the visitor experience at major events, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and engagement.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including local businesses and community groups, to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Develop and manage budgets for events and projects, ensuring financial resources are used effectively and efficiently
• Monitor and evaluate the success of events and initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to achieving the City of Greater Geelong’s vision and strategic outcomes by aligning event activities with broader city goals and objectives.
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About you
To be successful in this role, you will have relevant tertiary qualifications, such as business, event management or project management, with several years of experience.

Essential Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in using a range of tools to communicate and engage with internal and external stakeholders and developing effective relationships.
• A proven ability to design and deliver large projects using best practice project management tools.
• A solid understanding of economic development trends, concepts, issues and opportunities, and the role of Government in economic development.
• Demonstrated ability to engender effective and productive relationships to achieve outcomes both internal and external to the organisation.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City) and are required to hold a current Victorian Drivers Licence.

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Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Amanda Reid (Coordinator Events) | AReid@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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Position Description

Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 9:00 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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