• Graduate/entry-level opportunity
• Kick start your career in event management
• Excellent location, full-time, salary position
• Join a vibrant, creative, highly energetic team
Are you ready to dive into an exciting career within an enthusiastic events team? The Australian Wine Research Institute is calling for passionate individuals looking to kickstart their career as an Events Coordinator, in Urrbrae, SA. The Events Coordinator is responsible for coordinating events, delivering top-tier customer service and providing exceptional administrative support.
Why should you join the AWRI?
The Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) is the Australian grape and wine industry’s own research organisation, located at the Waite Research Precinct in Urrbrae, South Australia. The AWRI supports a sustainable and successful grape and wine industry through world-class research, practical solutions and knowledge transfer. The culture at the AWRI is professional and innovative, offering favourable working conditions and an environment conducive to success.
The position
As an events coordinator, you’ll play a central role in creating exciting experiences in the grape and wine industry. Your responsibilities will include:
• Being the creative force behind a variety of events such as tastings, seminars, workshops, webinars and more. You will see these events through from start to finish, managing budgets, schedules, logistics, glassware, advertising and travel arrangements.
• Handling a diverse array of administrative responsibilities, from inbox management to coordinating team resources to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Collaborating closely with other teams and actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and infuse innovative ideas into our work.
• Assisting in the maintenance of digital applications including websites, calendars, schedules and budgets.
• Supporting our in-house wine show software, including testing new features, developing system design specifications and offering responsive helpdesk support to our valued clients.
• Using data and feedback to continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness and impact of our events and activities.
• Being a vital part of the workshops team for the Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference and assisting the team with coordination of the workshops program
The ideal candidate
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Flexibility to handle changing event dynamics and priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail.
• A collaborative spirit with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
• Comfortable and confident using digital tools and technology.
• Innovative thinking and ability to bring new ideas to the table.
• A professional demeanour when dealing with clients.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Australia to undertake project work.
Sounds like you?
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis, with all applications closing on 20 October 2023. Applications need to be submitted via the job application form.
For more information, including a 2023 Events Coordinator Position Description, please visit the AWRI careers page or contact Project Manager, Jessica Scudds, at jessica.scudds@awri.com.au