Events Manager – Major Fundraising Events

Role Overview

Join Cerebral Palsy Alliance as an experienced Events Manager to lead the delivery of major fundraising events, working in close partnership with established event committees.

What You Will Do

Manage the end-to-end planning and delivery of complex, high-value fundraising events, including developing fundraising and project plans, building relationships with stakeholders, and leading on-site event operations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires an experienced event professional who combines exceptional attention to detail with confidence, warmth, and strong relationship skills, with a solutions-focused approach and ability to identify risks.

Requirements

• At least five years’ demonstrated experience managing complex events and multiple concurrent workstreams
• Strong project management, organisation, and attention to detail
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and revenue targets
• Strong stakeholder, relationship management, communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Experience sourcing and managing venues, production partners, suppliers, and event delivery teams
• A solutions-focused approach, with the ability to identify risks, make sound decisions, and remain responsive during intensive event periods
• Experience using CRM, event registration, or online fundraising platforms
• Availability for interstate travel and some work outside standard hours when required

Benefits

• Tax-free meal, entertainment, and venue benefit card valued at $2,650 per year
• Flexible ways of working – compressed hours, working from home options, flexibility surrounding hours
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave
• 2 additional leave days each year
• $100 per year well-being allowance
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program