Job Description
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury
Full job description
Permanent, Full Time
Play a key role in shaping memorable events that reflect Ara's values
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider
Deliver impactful events that enrich student experience and strengthen Ara's connection with its communities.
Drives standout events at Ara, collaborating across teams to foster engagement, innovation, and community impact.
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi - About the Role
The Event Specialist is responsible for organising and/or supporting Ara's corporate, recruitment, staff, and department events across its campuses and providing cross-institutional support for other events that occur, which include sponsorship events and those staged by the departments or Ara's executive. The Event Specialist will be expected to project manage, consult, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation and deliver events to a high standard aimed at enhancing Ara's reputation as a leader of applied tertiary education and integral to Canterbury's future.
Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako - Skills and Experience
2-5 years' experience in an events management environment
Demonstrated expertise in customer service
Ability to prioritise workload with a proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work cross functionally in an organisational context
Manage budgets
Ability to create targeted event solutions to appeal and engage specific market groups.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of event initiatives
Proactive and innovative, problem solver.
Be solutions and outcomes focused with a "can and will do" attitude
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrate integrity and professionalism in all interactions
Mō Mātou - About us
Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pūkenga (Ara), is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners' success.
As a business division of Te Pūkenga, Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our catchment (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Tono Ināianei - Apply now
We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email Recruitment@Ara.ac.nz.
Rā Katinga - Applications close - 11.55pm 31 July 2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Job Details
Reference #
19876
Posted on
17 Jul 2026
Closes on
31 Jul 2026 23:55
Location(s)
Central Christchurch
Expertise
Marketing
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
Christchurch, Canterbury
Full job description
Permanent, Full Time
Play a key role in shaping memorable events that reflect Ara's values
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider
Deliver impactful events that enrich student experience and strengthen Ara's connection with its communities.
Drives standout events at Ara, collaborating across teams to foster engagement, innovation, and community impact.
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi - About the Role
The Event Specialist is responsible for organising and/or supporting Ara's corporate, recruitment, staff, and department events across its campuses and providing cross-institutional support for other events that occur, which include sponsorship events and those staged by the departments or Ara's executive. The Event Specialist will be expected to project manage, consult, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation and deliver events to a high standard aimed at enhancing Ara's reputation as a leader of applied tertiary education and integral to Canterbury's future.
Ngā Pūkenga Me Ngā Wheako - Skills and Experience
2-5 years' experience in an events management environment
Demonstrated expertise in customer service
Ability to prioritise workload with a proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to work cross functionally in an organisational context
Manage budgets
Ability to create targeted event solutions to appeal and engage specific market groups.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of event initiatives
Proactive and innovative, problem solver.
Be solutions and outcomes focused with a "can and will do" attitude
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrate integrity and professionalism in all interactions
Mō Mātou - About us
Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pūkenga (Ara), is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners' success.
As a business division of Te Pūkenga, Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our catchment (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.
Tono Ināianei - Apply now
We accept applications via our online application system. For any other queries, please email Recruitment@Ara.ac.nz.
Rā Katinga - Applications close - 11.55pm 31 July 2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.
Job Details
Reference #
19876
Posted on
17 Jul 2026
Closes on
31 Jul 2026 23:55
Location(s)
Central Christchurch
Expertise
Marketing
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Event Specalist position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.
