At the National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) we offer an exciting opportunity to join our fast-paced, dynamic and professional team to deliver truly inspiring events to our guests.

Our events range from innovative gala dinners to delicious catering for large multi-day conferences. Our prestigious and diverse range of annual events allow us to showcase our unique product and service to our guests here at the NCCC.

We strive to make every guest’s experience a truly memorable one.

Excited? If so, here is an opportunity for you to join our team as Event Manager

As a member of the National Convention Centre Canberra Events Management Team, you'll take responsibility for the management and distribution of banquet event orders to internal and external stakeholders

You will be the main point of contact for clients, contractors and suppliers in the planning of various stages of each event, liaising with internal departments to ensure event specifications can be executed according to National Convention Centre Canberra and IHG standards

We are looking for someone in this role, able to fulfil the following skills, experience and criteria:

• Minimum 3-5 years total experience in hospitality/events

• Venue experience is an advantage

• Proven success of large scale event coordination and planning

• Excellent communication skills, especially written and verbal

• Ability to build and maintain a rapport with the client

• Strong attention to detail

• Immaculate presentation

• Proficient in using computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Excellent time management and administration skills

• Knowledge of CRM software is an advantage

• A passion and dedication for the events industry

What you can expect from us:

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeingframework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a suite of benefits that supports you and your family’s wellbeing, including:

• Paid birthday leave

• Hotel perks like accommodation and food & beverage discounts

• Enhanced parental leave

• Proactive health days and flexible work options.

• Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development program

• IHG Career Milestone celebrations

• Transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.

• Access to our discount retail platform that makes your pay for even further

We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too #Gofurthertogether.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.