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Why work with us? - Experience Australia’s largest annual ticketed event
- Dual Sales and Account Management Role
- Work Life balance and flexibility
- Salary packaging
- Salary protection insurance
- Novated Lease
- Free Onsite Parking
- A very generous Employee Assistance Program
- Sydney Royal Easter Show complimentary tickets and meals
- Staff draws to win tickets to Sydney Showground events
- Subsidised Superannuation life insurance premiums
- 15% Staff discount at onsite cafe
- Staff engagement events & Wellness programs
- Exclusive membership program for employees of Sydney Olympic Park
About the Role… Are you an experienced event and stakeholder coordinator with a genuine interest in agriculture and youth development? Do you enjoy building partnerships, running engaging programs, and bringing people together across regional and rural NSW? The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is seeking a highly organised and energetic Agricultural Youth Initiatives Event Manager to join our team and help strengthen youth engagement across the agricultural community. Most well-known for the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the RAS also delivers year‑round initiatives that support agricultural education, competitions and community outcomes across NSW. In this role, you will help grow the RAS presence in agricultural youth communities by developing and delivering a strong program of initiatives and events, both online and face‑to‑face. You’ll work closely with internal teams and key external partners to coordinate regional engagement activities, support committee-led programs and competitions, and help tell a united, impactful story of the RAS’ support of regional communities. About you… Along with experience in event/program coordination, you’ll bring strong relationship-building skills and a genuine interest in working with young people in agriculture, particularly across regional and rural communities. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: - Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or 2-3 years’ experience in administration and/or project coordination at a similar level.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively in a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience coordinating events (highly regarded), including scheduling, logistics and supplier/contractor coordination.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and comfort working across websites/social platforms (desirable).
- A positive, proactive approach and willingness to work flexibly (including some evenings/weekends) when required.
About us… The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events since its foundation in 1822. The RAS is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting agricultural development and rural communities in Australia.
The RAS manages the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Royal competitions, the RAS Foundation, Australasian Animal Registry and Sydney Showground, which hosts a huge range of events and professional sporting codes including AFL and Cricket. How to Apply… To apply for this role, you must complete the online application, attach your resume and include a cover letter addressing the following criteria: - Why do you wish to work for the RAS?
- Describe how your professional background will prepare you for this role
- What specific experience you have with sales, working with partners and/or events
APPLY NOW! No recruitment agencies please We thank you for your interest in the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW and Sydney Showground and look forward to receiving your application. |
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