Join the City of Warrnambool and play a key role in delivering a dynamic annual events program that enhances tourism, community engagement, and the region’s social, cultural, and economic growth.
As the Events and Promotions Coordinator, you will plan, coordinate, market, and deliver a diverse range of events and promotional activities aligned with Council’s Events Strategy. You will oversee Council’s Event Control Group processes, support event approvals on Council managed land, and work closely with event organisers, contractors, volunteers, and stakeholders to ensure successful event outcomes.
The role also includes developing marketing campaigns, managing event budgets and resources, preparing grant and sponsorship applications, coordinating volunteers, supporting strategic reviews, and providing expert advice on event planning and delivery.
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive professional with strong event management, marketing, stakeholder engagement, and administrative skills, along with a passion for creating memorable community experiences.
Be part of a team that helps showcase Warrnambool as a vibrant destination for events, tourism, and community celebration.
The Benefits
This position is temporary full time position from 10 August 2026 until 30 August 2027, candidates wanting to work part time hours will also be considered.
The position carries a current starting annual salary of $90,935 per annum (pro-rata), plus superannuation.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Ongoing training and development
- Discount to Council owned facilities
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long service leave (pro-rata) after 7 years
To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please‘Apply Now’ above.
Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Simone Hutson, Service Manager Events & Promotion on 0473 846 832 or [email protected]
Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday 5 July 2026
Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check.
About Warrnambool
Warrnambool a vibrant and dynamic municipality that is home to 35,500 people, is the regional centre of South West Victoria. Nestled by the beautiful Southern Ocean the city offers the successful candidate an outstanding lifestyle, services and facilities.
The city is about 250km west of Melbourne. You can take the Princes Highway or if you prefer the scenic route, Warrnambool is at the end of the world-renowned Great Ocean Road, home of the Twelve Apostles.
To view more about Warrnambool and what is has to offer, visit: https://www.warrnambool.com/
