ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
Located on Gadigal and Bidjigal land (Randwick NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. For the past 20 years, we have been at the forefront of mental health research. Leveraging our relationships with stakeholders and donors, we join the dots by connecting research answers, expert knowledge, and the voices of lived experience to deliver solutions that impact and boost the health care system for patients and practitioners alike.
BENEFITS
- Hybrid work, 1-2 days per week in office (choose your days, consistent team collaboration days where possible)
- Flexible working arrangements: flexible hours agreements & 9-day fortnights
- Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2650.00 meal & entertainment
- Family first, people first culture, we put our research into action at work to make sure we maintain mental health and wellbeing at work
- Pet friendly workplace
THE ROLE:
Organise and assist in delivering bespoke corporate events for Black Dog Institute’s Partnerships team. Coordinate and oversee the delivery of a diverse base of events including Challenge events, such as CEO Skydive, thank you and impact events, partnership launches, and engagement events. Inspire partners to take part and fundraise in events and create a lasting connection to our team and the Institute.
KEY DUTIES:
- Work closely within the Partnerships team to develop and implement event planning including supporting our event partners, project plans, fundraising targets, participant acquisition strategy, fundraising and stewardship plans and supporter journeys.
- Facilitate the end-to-end event planning and execution process.
- Work with key stakeholders to develop and ensure the execution of the marketing and communications plan to recruit and communicate with event participants.
- Perform event risk and logistics needs assessments for each event location or venue.
- Work with external suppliers where needed, such as digital agency, logistics, merchandising and others to implement successful supporter engagement, including pre and post event.
ABOUT YOU:
- 2+ years’ experience in delivering successful events, preferably with a fundraising or revenue growth element.
- Demonstrated experience in organising event logistics and on-site event execution, including coordination of event staff or volunteers.
- Project management skills, and adept at working to strict timelines, project plans and budgets.
- Confidence in managing expectations and deliverables with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong communicator and relationship builder.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems collaboratively and creatively.
- Capacity and ability to travel interstate several times per year, as needed to support event delivery.
EOO STATEMENT
Black Dog Institute is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects our wider community. We ensure equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, culture, appearance, sexual orientation, lived experience, gender identity, disability and/or family status.
HOW TO APPLY
To become a part of the Black Dog Institute team, follow the link to apply and submit your most up to date resume. We are a 2022 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
