2 Conference Manager jobs in New Zealand
Event Coordinator
Posted 7 days ago
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Our company is seeking an Event Coordinator to coordinate and manage our events.
We are all about delivering amazing experience to our clients. A standard of excellence is expected in all points of service. This is an opportunity for someone with a good work ethic to have their high standards appreciated and rewarded.
We are all about delivering amazing experience to our clients. A standard of excellence is expected in all points of service. This is an opportunity for someone with a good work ethic to have their high standards appreciated and rewarded.
The duties of this position are:
- Relevant work experience of two years or a qualification
- promoting events and shows to potential customers
- responding to inquiries concerning services provided and costs for room and equipment hire, catering and related services
- meeting with clients to discuss their needs and outlining package options to meet these needs
- arranging and coordinating services, such as event facilities, catering, signage, displays, audiovisual equipment, accommodation, transport and social events, for participants
- planning and organising events
- negotiating the type and costs of services to be provided within budget
- overseeing work by contractors and reporting on variations to work orders
- Good communication and understanding skills
- A ‘can do’ attitude to perform duties
Applicant must be able to do flexible working hours, night shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays as the role requires.
Salary range for the position: Around $30.00- $36.00 per hour, depending on experience.
If you are looking forward to joining us, please send your CV via myjobspace to Dharmendra
Event Coordinator
Posted 17 days ago
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ACET is a non‑profit community organisation. We have events all around the year and we are looking for an event coordinator.
ACET is a non‑profit community organisation whose mission is to foster a sense of belonging among Asian migrants, support recent migrants to make New Zealand their home, and engage actively in the broader local community.
The Event Coordinator will lead the planning, organisation, and delivery of community and cultural events for ACET and its partner organisations. The role involves managing event logistics, stakeholder engagement, volunteer coordination, budgeting, and promoting.
The ideal candidate will ensure events run smoothly, deliver positive community impact, and reflect ACET’s values of inclusiveness, cultural sensitivity, and community connection.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan and coordinate a calendar of events (e.g. cultural festivals, community workshops, youth events, holiday programmes) from conception through to completion
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Prepare detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; ensure events stay within scope and costs
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Liaise and negotiate with venues, vendors, contractors, performers, suppliers, and partners
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Coordinate staff, volunteers, and external contractors; prepare rosters, train volunteers, and oversee on‑site roles
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Manage event logistics: sound, lighting, seating, catering, permits, safety requirements, equipment hire
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Assist with promotion plans (social media, flyers, local media, community networks)
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Oversee registrations, ticketing, and attendee management
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Track and report on event performance
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Ensure all health & safety, risk management, and compliance obligations are met
- Support ACET’s mission of cultural inclusion, community engagement, and migrant integration
Requirements:
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Tertiary qualification in event management, communications, music, or dancing
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At least 2 years’ experience in planning and managing events (ideally in community, cultural or non‑profit sector)
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Strong project management skills: able to manage multiple concurrent events
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Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with digital marketing, social media, event registration systems
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Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve under pressure
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Cultural sensitivity, especially in working with multiethnic and migrant communities
- Flexible working hours (evenings and weekends as events require)
How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated dance professional with a love for teaching, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to us.
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