QMC Bookings & Function Coordinator

Do you want to work for a leading national not-for-profit organisation providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse Australia? 

With community at the heart of everything we do, our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal opportunities. 

The Queensland Multicultural Centre (QMC) is one of Brisbane’s iconic exhibitions and events venues. Located beneath the Story Bridge on the historic Yungaba site. Opening in 2012, the purpose-built facility was established to promote unity in our society and a sense of belonging for all. QMC offers a broad range of spaces to suit both community and corporate needs and welcomes the opportunity for people to celebrate and share their diversity through performance and arts.

QMC is managed by BEMAC, Queensland’s most dynamic producer of multicultural arts. BEMAC has been successfully staging productions that fuel the diverse practice of artists from a variety of cultural backgrounds for over three decades.

We’re looking for someone with attention to detail and a can-do attitude to support our functions and events delivery.

About the Role 

The QMC Bookings and Functions Coordinator coordinates all aspects of the bookings at the Queensland Multicultural Centre in line with the Centre’s, and organisations, vision while complying with the venue’s policies and regulations and ensuring a positive experience for all venue hirers and attendees.

Please reach out to us for the full Position Description to review the Key Responsibilities and Measures of success.

Essential Criteria

     * Bachelor of Event Management or similar

     * Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role with demonstrated experience with event management in a venue.

     * Demonstrated experience in event planning, strong time management and simultaneous coordination of multiple event elements with strong attention to detail.

     * Demonstrated ability to interpret general technical requirements and provide advice working in collaboration with the venue’s contractors to achieve successful outcomes for the hirer.

     * Demonstrated experience in the management of Front of House operations including box office, bar & kiosk and ushering.

     * Be readily available on call after hours and weekends as required to assist venue staff and hirers during events.

     * High Computer Literacy skills, including strong skills in MS Office Suite including Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel and Word)

     * Well-developed verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

If you’re passionate about the arts and culture sector and would love the opportunity to work at the QMC Venue, this is the job for you!

About Us 

Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally. 

About our Benefits 

     * Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay! 

     * Industry leading hybrid and flexible working arrangement supporting work from home and office, including the opportunity of a 9-day fortnight; 

     * Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and growth. 

     * Access to our inhouse wellbeing programs 

     * Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities. 

About our Recruitment Process  

At SSI we have a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, contractors and volunteers. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, NDIA Workers Screening Check as a condition of employment. 

Our commitment to Diversity 

SSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. 

To Apply 

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.  

Applications close 9 August 2024

If you would like more information on the recruitment process, please contact the talent acquisition team at talent@ssi.org.au or mkhooblall@ssi.org.au 

A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the future. 

SSI is a Disability Confident Recruiter, and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in; providing alternative formats to apply, making adjustments to the recruitment process and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us at talent@ssi.org.au or call us on 0410 801 184 

Please note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in, so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.