Event Administration Assistant

Hindmarsh locationNational organisationSupportive environmentThe Housing Industry Association is Australia’s peak residential building industry body. We are currently seeking to employ an Event Administration Assistant to support our regional events program. The position is based at our South Australian office located in Hindmarsh.  The primary focus of this role is to work with the Events and Partnerships Manager to support the coordination and delivery of an effective, profitable and professional events program in SA/NT that supports the HIA regional events plan.Key responsibilities include:Assisting in the delivery of a high quality events program within the required timeframesProvide quality and efficient administrative support to the Events teamProvide customer service to members, external suppliers and internal staffHelps identify, develop and manage new business opportunities in relation to events, awards, partnerships, publications and HIA products.Assists the Events team to coordinate market and manage all aspects of the SA/NT events and communications program including registration, invoicing and confirmations.Undertakes general administration as required for the successful delivery of SA/NT events.Helps deliver high quality publications and communications to meet agreed timelines, budget and quality standards.Develops partnership promotional documentation and sales proposals as required.Is available to assist with SA Reception as requiredTo be successful you will:High attention to detail and well organisedHave a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administration roleSuperior customer service, work ethic and communication skillsMust work well within a team environmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsWorks well under pressureMust be able to liaise with sponsors/exhibitors at a senior level and ensure delivery of sponsorship/exhibition commitmentsCommitment to deadlinesCommitment to the goals of HIABe proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word and ExcelPosition Description AUD Hindmarsh 5007