Motherland: Events Manager
Part-time (2 days per week), Queensland-based role
Initial 12 month contract with potential to extend
About Motherland
Motherland is a national charity empowering and connecting rural mums across the country. Our work reduces isolation and improves mental health for women on the land, and we need your help to support our life-changing work through marketing, communications and events.
About the position
Reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager, the Events Manager is responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination and delivery of Motherland’s events portfolio. This includes Motherland-owned events such as the National Conference, community-led events delivered in partnership with hosting committees and volunteers, and community fundraising initiatives that Motherland supports but does not directly deliver.
This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced events professional who understands the realities of working in a small, fast-moving team. The Events Manager works closely with the wider team and external partners to ensure events are well activated across marketing and communications channels.
This role is remote and must be Queensland-based. Preference will be given to candidates living in regional, rural or remote Queensland.
Key responsibilities
Events Portfolio & Delivery
The Events Manager will manage a diverse portfolio of event activity, including:
Motherland Events (National & Major Events)
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of Motherland-owned events, including the National Conference and other major events
Manage event planning, logistics, suppliers, budgets, timelines and run sheets
- Coordinate venues, catering, AV, production, travel and accommodation as required
- Manage registrations, attendee communications and on-the-day delivery
- Track performance against agreed fundraising, attendance and engagement KPIs
Motherland Community Events (Hosted Events)
- Support community-led Motherland events delivered in partnership with local hosting committees or volunteers
- Provide clear guidance, timelines, templates and best-practice support to hosts
- Act as the key point of contact for community members delivering events on Motherland’s behalf
- Ensure consistency with Motherland’s brand, values and event standards
Community Fundraising (Supported Events)
- Support community fundraising enquiries where Motherland does not directly deliver the event, including providing approved templates, resources and guidance to support community-led fundraising
- Track fundraising outcomes, participation and event success
- Ensure appropriate reporting and acknowledgment processes are followed
Event Activation & Promotion
- Identify event promotion requirements and work closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager to ensure timely activation
- Brief event-specific content requirements to the external social media team, including key dates, messaging, imagery and calls to action
- Provide inputs for EDMs, website updates and promotional content to support events
Sponsorship & Partner Support (Event-related)
- Support delivery of event-based sponsor and partner entitlements (e.g. signage, presence, acknowledgements)
- Identify and flag sponsorship opportunities linked to events and activations
- Identify events, expos and activations where Motherland may be well placed to be a partner of choice
Budget, Reporting & Administration
- Manage event budgets, supplier quotes, invoices and reconciliations
- Track costs and provide input into post-event reporting
- Monitor and report on fundraising targets and KPIs for Motherland Events and major community events
- Maintain event documentation, templates, checklists and supplier records
Team & Adhoc Support
- Provide support to the wider marketing and events function as required for ad hoc projects
- Assist with cross-functional initiatives during peak periods or major campaigns
Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Build strong, trusted relationships with community members, volunteers, hosting committees, suppliers and partners
- Communicate clearly, warmly and professionally with diverse stakeholders
- Represent Motherland’s values when working with communities across rural Australia
About you
- Minimum four years’ experience in the events industry, with strong end-to-end event delivery experience
- Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving and hands-on environment
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident coordinating across teams and briefing others without formal authority
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Passionate about community connection and supporting rural families
What Motherland can offer you
- Flexible, remote working arrangements
- A nimble, purpose-driven organisation
- A supportive, collaborative and values-led culture
- The opportunity to deliver events that create real impact for rural mothers
Interested? We’d love to hear from you. Please ensure you submit a Cover Letter with your resume letter telling us a bit about you, your experience, and why this role excites you when you email us on hello@motherlandaustralia.com.au.
