Advisor, Events na Tattarang

About Us

Minderoo Foundation takes on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas, advocate for systems change and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible.

Minderoo Foundation is proudly Australian, independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. Through bold, collaborative and selfless action, we seek to dismantle the systems that entrench inequality and advocate for a fairer future. 

Minderoo’s Advocacy & Engagement Team enables Minderoo to strategically support, defend or advocate for its causes, appropriately influencing decisions across political, economic, community, and social institutions. Targeted advocacy, engagement with key stakeholders, including policymakers and government agencies, and strategic communications are crucial for advancing our strategic goals. The 2030 Strategy also places a heightened focus on the role of Advocacy & Engagement in building the capacity of our partners and the broader for-purpose sector, to accelerate impact.

About the Opportunity

We’re seeking an Advisor, Events to support the planning and delivery of high-quality domestic and international events that elevate our mission and engage key partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing event briefs, timelines, run sheets, and tracking deliverables

• Researching and evaluating venues, suppliers, and partners; managing quotes and recommendations within budget

• Coordinating logistics, including venue, catering, equipment, and travel bookings

• Managing invitations, RSVPs, and stakeholder/guest lists

• Supporting program content, including speaker notes and guest bios

• Assisting with event setup, delivery, and pack-down

• Supporting finance processes (vendor onboarding, POs, receipting)

• Providing admin support including calendar management, travel, minutes, and project coordination

• Contributing to internal communications and events that engage staff and reflect our values

• Adjusting hours as needed to support events across international time zones

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing events across diverse venues and adapting to varied working styles.

You will also bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or 3+ years’ experience in event management and communications within complex environments

• Excellent written, verbal, and storytelling skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

• Experience managing Teams meetings, including backend functions and troubleshooting

• Familiarity with Campaign Monitor, Typeform, and Slido

• Confidence with basic AV equipment and ensuring smooth Teams integration for virtual events

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Attractive parental leave 
• Career development opportunities

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you interested in this opportunity.

Applications close: Friday 10 October 2025.

Please note we reserve the right to extend closing date and/or close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

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Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.