• Excellent location, full-time, salary position
• Join a vibrant, creative, highly energetic team
The Australian Wine Research Institute is looking for a passionate individual ready to take their events and project management career to the next level. The Manager – Events and Projects leads a small team that delivers projects, events and courses for the grape and wine industry. The role also has a technical focus, managing databases and web applications, which requires proficiency across a range of software platforms.
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 the Manager – Events and Projects, you’ll play a central role in creating exciting experiences in the grape and wine industry. Your responsibilities will include:
• Leading a small team of dedicated and creative events coordinators.
• Developing and delivering a variety of events such as tastings, seminars, workshops and webinars. You will see these events through from start to finish, managing budgets, schedules, logistics, glassware, advertising and travel arrangements.
• Developing and maintaining project databases, web applications and providing support to their users.
• Supporting our in-house wine show software, including testing new features, developing system design specifications and offering responsive helpdesk support to clients.
• Using data and feedback to continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness and impact of our events and activities.
• Coordinating and delivering the workshops program at the triennial Australian Wine Industry Technical Conference.
The ideal candidate
• A collaborative and inclusive leadership style
• 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 commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and satisfaction
• Comfortable and confident using digital tools and technology
• 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 6 September 2024.
For more information, including Position Description Project Manager and a job application form, please visit the AWRI careers page or contact Group Manager – Industry Development and Support, Dr Mardi Longbottom, at mardi.longbottom@awri.com.au