Events Assistant

Do you love creating experiences that have impact From Graduation ceremonies and Balls to community celebrations Old Scholar gatherings College Tours to staff events Mercedes College hosts a diverse calendar of events that bring our community together and showcase the unique spirit of our looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Events Assistant to join our Marketing Communications and Enrolments Team and support the delivery of these is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with organisation thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in supporting memorable events from planning through to opportunity offers:Fixed-term full-time contract commencing as soon as possible until the end of Term 2 2027Hands-on experience supporting events community engagement enrolments and marketing initiativesA welcoming and collaborative team culture where no two days are the sameAbout UsMercedes College is a Catholic co-educational Reception to Year 12 International Baccalaureate World School in the Mercy tradition located in Springfield South by our vision to be a sustainable internationally minded world class school we develop creative and critical thinkers who become leaders for community is defined by a sense of belonging high expectations and genuine relationships and we live our Mercy Values of Compassion Loyalty Justice Integrity Responsibility and Mutual Respect in the way we work and interact with students families and each the RoleReporting to the Director of Marketing Communications and Enrolments this fixed-term role (commencing as soon as possible until the end of Term 2 2027) supports the planning and delivery of a diverse range of College events and community engagement closely with the Marketing Communications and Enrolments Team you will assist with event administration communications registrations logistics supplier liaison and on-the-day event will contribute to events that celebrate student achievement showcase the Mercedes College experience and strengthen connections across our is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with people managing competing priorities solving problems and contributing to exceptional event YouYou are a proactive organised and people-focused professional who:Has experience supporting or coordinating events projects or community engagement positive relationships and delivers exceptional experiences for a wide range of exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to effectively and professionally with a variety of creativity initiative and a solutions-focused mindset to your working both independently and collaboratively as part of a strong digital literacy skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office flexible and willing to support events outside standard business hours when and upholds the Catholic ethos and Mercy tradition of the DesirableExperience supporting events and community engagement assisting with event communications registrations or event administration working within an education community or customer-focused and Training:The successful applicant will be required to hold: Certificate IV in Business Administration Event Management Customer Engagement Marketing or a related discipline or demonstrated equivalent with Children Check (WWCC). RRHAN-EC training (Fundamentals and Masterclass) First Aid Certificate further information about the responsibilities requirements and selection criteria of this role please refer to the Position Information to ApplyIf this role sounds like a great fit for you please click Apply to submit your application addressed to Mr. Andrew Balkwill (Principal)by 9:00am Monday 24 August application should include:A cover letter (max. 1 page) highlighting your experience and alignment to the role as well as your motivation to join Mercedes College.A CV (max. 2 pages) detailing your qualifications and experience and 3 your Working with Children Check (WWCC) First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012) RRHAN-EC and any refresher training certifications and any other relevant qualification(s).For confidential enquiries regarding this role please contact Luisa Dickson Executive Director People and Culture onor email is subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances. Mercedes College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.