This is an exciting opportunity to join the Housing Industry Association (HIA) as an Events and Partnership Manager.
As a fulltime role based in Macquarie Park, NSW, you will be responsible for managing the successful delivery of a diverse events program across New South Wales and ACT, tasked with building strategic partnerships to drive the organisation's growth and member engagement.
What you'll be doing
- Lead and deliver HIA's extensive calendar of industry-leading events, seminars and networking functions
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, sponsors and partners to ensure successful event delivery
- Develop and deliver annual partnership and events budgets
- Identify, secure and deliver new partnership opportunities to ensure continued profitable events
- Identify cross promotional opportunities through partnership discussions and sell / upgrade partner agreements accordingly
- Manage event logistics, marketing, budgeting and reporting to ensure exceptional event experiences for attendees
- Provide strategic advice and recommendations to continuously improve the events program and enhance member value
- Collaborate with internal teams to align events with broader organisational objectives and member needs
- Represent HIA at key industry events and build the organisation's profile and reputation
- Manage, coach, support and mentor the NSW, Hunter and ACT event staff, and external third party stakeholders
- Work collaboratively with national event and other state managers and coordinators to improve processes and relationships, and to grow the HIA brand
What we're looking for
- Solid experience in event management, preferably within the construction industry, property or industry association sector
- Proven ability to establish and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and secure valuable partnerships
- Excellent project management, budgeting and reporting skills with a keen eye for detail
- Experience hosting Award events would be advantageous
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Demonstrated creativity and innovation in event design and delivery
- Enthusiasm for the property and construction industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional member experiences
What we offer
HIA is a purpose-driven organisation that is committed to supporting and advocating for the residential building industry. As an employer, we offer a range of competitive benefits, including:
- Generous leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
- Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and corporate discounts
- A collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment
- Life and Salary Continuance Insurance
- Salary Packaging Arrangements
- Ability to purchase Annual Leave
- Paid Parental Leave above the minimum legislative requirement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Affinity Program
- Milestone Recognition