Careers at CEDA

• This role is Melbourne based 
• Full time role with a dynamic organisation impacting better long-term outcomes for all Australians 
• Flexible and inclusive working environment 

About the Role: 

Are you passionate about events management and interested in forums which make a difference? If so, we’d love to have you on our team. 

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dynamic and self-driven Event Manager who can manage and deliver innovative, high-quality face to face, hybrid and digital events on a permanent ongoing basis. As part of our state-based team in the Melbourne office, the Events Manager will be working with a nationally diverse Programming team in delivering end to end events logistics and managing ad hoc day to day office operations. 

To be successful in this role, you must love collaboration and have a proven track record in successful implementation of events across a variety of formats (face to face, hybrid, digital). Your ability to build relationships and engage with Senior Executives and key stakeholders will be critical.

About CEDA: 

CEDA (the Committee for Economic Development of Australia) is Australia’s leading member driven public policy think tank. Our purpose is a better Australia, for all. Founded in 1960, CEDA continues to bring together Australia’s most influential decision makers to debate and progress economic and social policy. At CEDA we believe curiosity has the power to move the nation forward and together with our 500 member organisations we seek to imagine ‘better’ for all Australians. 

What you’ll do: 

Reporting to the Associate Director, Programming and Marketing, your day-to-day activities will include: 

• Supporting and administering face to face and digital event planning, marketing and pre, during and post event delivery (i.e. speaker liaison, venue booking, AV, supplier coordination, onsite set up and registration, on the day staff supervision, livestream tech rehearsals etc.). 
• Building, publishing and marketing events as per programming and marketing deadlines using the CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) and CMS. 
• Supporting sponsor relationships by managing deliverables according to contract arrangements for events. 
• Participating in virtual roundtables and providing support to speaker, host and attendees. 
• Preparing event materials, and administration including event budgets and reporting. 
• Providing daily customer service contact and response to enquiries around events as well as wider CEDA activities, including regularly managing the events inbox as part of an all-team schedule. 
• Ad hoc office management activities to deliver effective daily operation (i.e. ordering /receiving office provisions, WHS requirements and engagement with building management and external suppliers). 

You’ll love this role if you are: 

• A self-starter with excellent time management and prioritisation skills. 
• Have experience and confidence in engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders. 
• Have demonstrated high level accuracy, efficiency and organisational skills, combined with strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Are an experienced CRM/CMS user and highly proficient in MS office. 
• Have a keen interest in current and emerging public policy issues. 
• A critical thinker, passionate about innovation and have commercial awareness. 
• Have at least 2+ years’ experience in corporate event management and coordination. 
• Have the ability to work as part of a multifunctional, multidisciplinary national team, valuing collegiate team effort and alignment to CEDA values (brave, curious, trust, succeed together, passionate for our member and the greater good).

Our work environment is fun and fast-paced  Our perks include: 

• High profile networking 
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organisation 
• Collaborative and innovative work environment 
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid working conditions 
• Generous leave entitlements, including an additional week of paid leave at year-end, Wellbeing leave, flexible floating public holidays, parental leave, and family & domestic violence leave 
• Employee Assistance Program 

CEDA’s work is driven by our values:

• We are open, honest and trusted 
• We are curious about ideas and opportunities 
• We succeed together 
• We are brave in our approach and ambitions 
• We are passionate about working with our members for the greater good 

Curious? How to Apply? 

Please apply via SEEK with your current Resume and Cover Letter.

The cover letter must be addressed to Sharon Braun, Associate Director, Programming and Marketing, detailing how your skills and experience align with this position.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. CEDA is a purpose-driven organisation aiming to drive change on issues that matter to the community. We value the diverse talents of our people and provide an inclusive work environment for our people to belong.

• This role is Melbourne based

• Permanent full-time position with competitive salary package

• Flexible and inclusive working environment

About CEDA

CEDA (the Committee for Economic Development of Australia) is Australia’s leading member driven public policy think tank. Our purpose is a better Australia, for all. Founded in 1960, CEDA continues to bring together Australia’s most influential decision makers to debate and progress economic and social policy. At CEDA we believe curiosity has the power to move the nation forward and together with our 500 member organisations we seek to imagine ‘better’ for all Australians.

About the Role

We’re looking for a curious IT leader who thrives on challenge and is passionate about delivering exceptional IT services.

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, you will be responsible for CEDA’s day to day technology delivery, and projects to improve our offering.

As IT Manager, you will:

• Shape and execute IT strategy aligned with CEDA’s goals.

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the IT team and third-party partners.

• Create change that can be seen and felt by customers and staff, with timely and on-budget project delivery.

• Manage daily IT operations and infrastructure (including Dynamics365 and Kentico CMS), and champion cybersecurity.

 What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (required); certifications (ITIL, PMP, Microsoft) highly regarded.

• 5–7 years’ IT experience, including 2+ years in a team lead role.

• Proven expertise in infrastructure, SD WAN, systems administration, service desk management, and cybersecurity.

• Demonstrated project delivery; AI/GenAI project delivery is highly regarded.

• Strong project/change management and ITSM tool (e.g., JIRA) proficiency.

• Energetic leadership, with excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

 What Sets You Apart

• Strategic thinker and planner

• Relationship builder – able to work with vendors and colleagues to deliver solutions for customers

• Technically savvy, forward focused, curious about new technologies

• Inspirational leader and team builder

• Change and risk management champion

• Aligned with CEDA’s values: Trust, Curiosity, Succeeding Together, Bravery, Passion.

 Our work environment is fun and fast-paced.  Our perks include: 

• High profile member networking; 

• Flexible and Hybrid working conditions; 

• Generous leave entitlements, including an additional week of paid leave at year-end, Wellbeing leave, flexible floating public holidays, parental leave, and family & domestic violence leave; 

• Commitment to learning and development; 

• Competitive salary package. 

 Interested?  

Please apply via SEEK with your current Resume and Cover Letter. 

The cover letter must be addressed to Ms Sharon Smyth, Chief Operations Officer and detail how your skills and experience align with this position.  Applications without a tailored cover letter will not be considered.

Closing date for all applications will be COB Monday 23 June 2025.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. CEDA is a purpose-driven organisation aiming to drive change on issues that matter to the community. We value the diverse talents of our people and provide an inclusive work environment for our people to belong.  

If you’re passionate about technology and want to shape the future of IT at CEDA, we want to hear from you!