Events and Education Officer – Public Programs (Ref: 13777) – Geoscience Australia

ROLE DESCRIPTION: Geoscience Australia is seeking a professional Education and Events Manager to support and host our geoscience education and awareness public programs. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external clients to coordinate and deliver high profile education activities and special events to raise awareness of geoscience and promote the work of Geoscience Australia. The role requires highly developed client liaison, coordination and written and verbal communication skills. We are seeking professional outcome-focussed individuals with creative energy, initiative and the capacity to motivate others to deliver to deadlines.

DUTIES: The successful candidate will lead, plan, coordinate and deliver Geoscience Australia’s iconic special events program including Open Day and Earth Science Week activities. The successful candidate will also support the delivery of a range of education functions including: -face-to-face school visits to the Education Centre – teacher professional development sessions – developing general geoscience awareness information, education kits and curriculum resources – assist with updating and refreshing Geoscience Australia’s education and events web pages.

For further details about the position check out Current Vacancies on the Geoscience Australia website (http://www.ga.gov.au/jobs/current-vacancies.jsp) Contact Officer: Dr Kate List Contact Phone: 02 6249 9756 Contact email: kate.list@ga.gov.au

Closing Date: 30 May 2010

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