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Gala Events Coordinator

Sydney CBD, New South WalesFull-time2026-08-29 → 2026-10-22
Hybrid

Core

Coordinate the planning and delivery of annual fundraising galas (Snow Ball, Spring Lunch, Treasures of Melbourne/Brisbane Long Lunch) to support cancer research funding.

Role type

Event Coordinator (Fundraising)

Builds

Annual gala events, silent auctions, and donor engagement experiences

Domain

Non-profit / Cancer Research / Fundraising

Required skills

Event coordination, inbox management, graphic design (Canva), Microsoft Office, stakeholder communication, logistics management, data entry

Preferred skills

Fundraising experience, event theming/styling, volunteer management, travel flexibility

Technologies

Canva, Microsoft Office, Givergy, Humanitix

Responsibilities

Manage shared gala inbox and guest enquiries, coordinate gala committees and meetings, manage silent auction platforms and logistics, assist with event theming and design, support event-day production and supplier management, compile post-event reports and budget reconciliations

Seniority

Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC