Festivals and Events Lead
Full Time - Permanent
Band 6 - starting at $94,850.86 per annum + superannuation + RDO (RDO applicable to 38 hours per week only)
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development.
- Work in a small yet dynamic and collaborative team.
- Be part of a workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
The Festivals & Events Unit is seeking a Festivals and Events Lead, ideally suited to a candidate with experience in creative and/or cultural programming, event logistics and project management. Under the direction of and in consultation with the Coordinator Festivals and Events, the Festivals and Events Lead is responsible for day-to-day management of deliverables for major outdoor festivals and events funded supported or produced by Council, including stakeholder management, administration, advice, support and marketing. Additionally, this position delivers Council led projects and activations that form part of Council’s annual program of outdoor events.
The Festivals and Events Unit leads Council’s festival and events service and is designed to enable Council Produced, Community Led and Commercial events across Yarra, including event compliance and logistics support.
The Festivals and Events Lead will be part of the Libraries, Arts and Events Branch in the Community Strengthening Division.
Yarra City Council is progressive Organisation. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture. We aim to make a positive difference in people’s lives and continually improve service to the community.
For further information, please see the Position Description attached or contact Penny Kyprianou, Coordinator Festivals and Events 9205 5109 or penny.kyprianou@yarracity.vic.gov.au
703101 - Festival and Events Lead - Libraries Arts Events - PD - 2025.pdf
Applications close on Monday 2 June 2025 at 11:55pm.
In your application, please include and attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
*This position is subject to satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement and preferred applicants will need to hold a valid Working with Children clearance. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
