11728

Closes: 17 September 2025

Classification: Senior Officer Grade A
Salary: $169,551 plus superannuation
Position No: 11728
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 10 September 2025
Contact Officer: Anita Kovacevic on Anita.Kovacevic@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 0687

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Details: Events ACT is seeking expression of interest for an internal candidate to step into the role of Senior Director, Event Delivery for a short-term period up to mid-January 2026, with possibility of extension up to 6 months). This is a great opportunity to take on a leadership role and contribute to the delivery of some of Canberra’s most well-known events.

You’ll lead a dedicated team and oversee the planning and delivery of major events, including Floriade and Enlighten. The role involves working closely with government and community stakeholders to ensure events are delivered smoothly, creatively, and in line with the ACT Events Strategy.

We’re seeking someone with strong leadership and communication skills, who can guide teams, manage complex projects, and work collaboratively across government and with external partners. Experience in event delivery or strategic planning is highly desirable.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior leadership role, build your skills, and make a meaningful contribution to Canberra’s event landscape. You’ll be supported by a capable team and have the chance to lead through a dynamic and exciting period.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until mid-January 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, part-time hours, job-sharing, flexible start, and finish times.

How to Apply: Please provide your curriculum vitae and a one-page pitch outlining your skills and experience relevant to the Position Description.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below

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This is a temporary position available immediately until mid-January 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months.