[jobs-announce (apnic)] Position Vacancy - Conference Organiser

["APNIC Secretariat" <employment@apnic.net>]

Organising conferences in Asia Pacific

Overseas travel opportunities
16 month maternity leave contract


We are currently seeking an Events Manager to organise and co-ordinate all
functions of the bi-annual APNIC conferences held in the Asia Pacific
region.  A key responsibility of the Events Manager is to work closely with
local hosts, sponsors and relevant APNIC staff to ensure smooth operations
of the conferences.  This will include liaising, coordinating and planning
with internal and external stakeholders; communicating all aspects of
conference planning and coordinating and arranging conference sponsorship
and promotional items.



This position will ideally suit a person who has held sole responsibility
for organising conferences, is highly organised, has well developed
organisational skills, and strong interpersonal and communications skills.
The ideal candidate would have experience in working with people from
different cultures.  An eye for detail and a proactive approach to work is
advantageous.



APNIC is a well established multicultural company located on Park Rd in
Milton.  We have a friendly and supportive environment and encourage a
balance between family and work needs.  The health and welfare of our
employees is important to us and we provide many benefits to support this.



If you are interested in finding out more about the role, please view the
position description at www.apnic.net/info/jobs. To be considered for the
role please forward your application to employment@apnic.net or send by post
to 'Positions Vacant', APNIC, PO Box 2131,  MILTON  QLD  4064  Australia.
All applicants must briefly address the 'Essential/Desirable' selection
criteria as indicated on the Position Description and provide a detailed
resume.  Enquiries should be directed to Helen Welsh, HR Manager on 07 3858
3100 or helen@apnic.net .



Salary will be negotiated and is dependent on experience and qualifications.



Further details on APNIC can be found at www.apnic.net



Applications close 10am Monday 23rd May 2005.



Regards



Helen Welsh

Human Resources Manager