Job description
Event Manager - 3 days per week - ASAP start - Perth CBD -State Government Client
Our state government client is seeking an experienced Event Manager to assist in hosting the 2025 World Best Vineyards (WBV) event, as well as support the ATEC Meeting Place event to be hosted in October 2025.
Rate: $70-75 per hour plus Super
Hours: Part-time - 3 days per week
Duration: 6-7 months
Start: ASAP until 28/11/2025
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave entitlements – casual loading included in rate)
Key Responsibilities:
If you meet the above criteria, APPLY NOW with your updated resume or email Jesse at DFP Recruitment Perth via jchiplinsky@dfp.com.au
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to confirm their suitability.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Our state government client is seeking an experienced Event Manager to assist in hosting the 2025 World Best Vineyards (WBV) event, as well as support the ATEC Meeting Place event to be hosted in October 2025.
Rate: $70-75 per hour plus Super
Hours: Part-time - 3 days per week
Duration: 6-7 months
Start: ASAP until 28/11/2025
Type: Temporary casual contract (no leave entitlements – casual loading included in rate)
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage event contracts to ensure compliance, value for money, and service delivery.
- Secure and coordinate accommodation, venues, and delegate touring programs.
- Negotiate and manage relationships with tourism, hospitality, event suppliers, and sponsors.
- Provide event-related communications and briefing notes to the Minister’s office.
- Lead event working groups, including Communications and Marketing/Branding teams.
- Liaise with internal departments to align event requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to design event visual displays.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, and outcomes to ensure successful delivery.
- Advise external stakeholders on event operations and partnership opportunities.
- Coordinate event marketing, promotions, and communications.
- Significant event management experience including contract management and high-level negotiation skills.
- Experience in managing stakeholder relations and expectations.
- Experience in the travel and tourism industry including a good working knowledge of the Australian and Western Australian tourism industry.
- Experience of budget management including monitoring and reporting on financial progress and the ability to work within budgetary parameters.
- A high level of attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate with, negotiate and liaise with internal and external clients at all levels and from varied backgrounds.
- Full working rights within Australia
- Current National Police Clearance or able to obtain if successful
If you meet the above criteria, APPLY NOW with your updated resume or email Jesse at DFP Recruitment Perth via jchiplinsky@dfp.com.au
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to confirm their suitability.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
