Conference and Event Organisers

Conference and Event Organisers organise and coordinate services for conferences, events, functions, banquets and seminars.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

**Tasks include:**

- promoting conferences, conventions and trade shows to potential customers - responding to inquiries concerning services provided and costs for room and equipment hire, catering and related services - meeting with clients to discuss their needs and outlining package options to meet these needs - arranging and coordinating services, such as conference facilities, catering, signage, displays, audiovisual equipment, accommodation, transport and social events, for participants - organising registration of participants - negotiating the type and costs of services to be provided within budget - overseeing work by contractors and reporting on variations to work orders