Ministerial Events Lead

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About the Role

This is a Fixed Term Opportunity until 30th of June 2027

Job Location: 1 Spring Street Melbourne

The Ministerial Events Lead coordinates high-profile events meetings and engagements for Ministers and Members of Parliament ensuring information and materials are accurate clear and delivered on time. The role works closely with senior executives department teams Ministerial offices industry and state and federal government partners providing advice on government protocols and event requirements. The role also leads one staff member and supports a positive collaborative team culture. Success means Ministerial events and engagements run smoothly key stakeholders are well supported deadlines are met and senior leaders and Ministers receive reliable timely and high-quality advice and information.

Whatwerelooking for(Selection Criteria)

Youresomeone who:

• Enjoys solving problems and uses sound judgement to find practical solutions and improve processes.
• Can build strong relationships and understand different perspectives needs and expectations to achieve positive outcomes.
• Communicates clearly and with impact adapting your approach and presentation style to suit different audiences.
• Builds and manages effective stakeholder relationships responds constructively to issues and connects people to achieve results.
• Is resilient adaptable and outcome-focused staying calm under pressure adjusting strategies when needed and keeping the focus on achieving meaningful outcomes for the community.

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Qualifications and experience

Youllbring:

Mandatory

• Proven experience working in communications events or public affairs
• Ability to understand complexissues and convey materials in a succinct and efficient manner includinghighly sensitive high-profilematters
• Understanding of government processes and policies and experience working with executive leadership teams

Desirable

• Degree or associated level of qualification incommunications media public administration or political science.

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday 03 of September 2026.

Please include both your resume and a cover letteraddressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must besubmittedvia the online portalwereunable to accept email or manual submissions.

For further information about the role please contact Sean Gearon-Stahl - Manager Ministerial Events via

Redeployees
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