Community Relations and Event Coordinator
Community Relations and Event Coordinator
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Job Description
The Glennie School located in Toowoomba Queensland is an Anglican day and boarding school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding for students from Year 5. The School enjoys an excellent reputation for the quality of its programs care and support offered to students as well as the commitment dedication and professionalism of its staff.
About the role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic Community Relations and Events Coordinator in a full-time capacity.
Critical to the role will be engaging with The Glennie School community and other key stakeholders to communicate with them and coordinate events.
Reporting to the Marketing and Development Manager you will be responsible for implementing our action plans on community engagement fundraising and event coordination.
You will be responsible for:
Developing and implementing a comprehensive annual events calendar aligned with the Schools strategic goals and community engagement objectives.
Leading the planning coordination and delivery of key events including but not limited to Open Days The Glennie Fair Boarding Country Connections and a range of formal and informal School events
Providing guidance to staff on branding and marketing activities
Coordinating alumni and community communications
Building relationships with the Glennie community
Being the liaison between the Glennie School Foundation Glennie Old Girls Association and P & F Association
The Glennie School prides itself on the values that require the successful applicant to be supportive of the Anglican Ethos and comply with all state and legislative requirements under the operation of an independent school.
About You:
The successful candidate will have a passion for building collaborative relationships and be a strong communicator. You will have:
An Event Management Diploma or equivalent experience in events roles
Minimum of five years experience in a community relations role and demonstrated ability to plan coordinate and execute multiple events simultaneously with varying scales and complexities
Capacity to bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to event design and execution.
Well-developed skills for developing detailed timelines checklists and action plans and meticulously managing all logistical elements.
Proven ability to develop manage and adhere to event budgets including tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Knowledge of the approaches to managing records and database management with accurate data entry skills
Strong collaborative spirit working seamlessly with various departments individuals and external stakeholders across the School in order to foster a positive and productive environment.
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card Blue Card in accordance with No Card No Start law as per the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000.
Your application:
Please address your application to the Marketing and Development Manager and include a cover letter and resume. Applications close COB Friday 6 June 2025.
Right to Work in Australia visa sponsorship is not available.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
