Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) is a statutory body of the Queensland Government and the State’s lead tourism marketing, destination and experience development and major events agency.
TEQ’s vision is to inspire a global desire for Queensland by showcasing its unique identity through bold world-class marketing and events, driving travellers to choose our state and deepening pride in the place we call home.
Job Description
At TEQ, we create unforgettable experiences. Our Culture and Entertainment Events Team identifies, attracts, and promotes events that: Boost Queensland’s economy, draw visitors to our state, elevate Queensland’s profile and inspire community pride. We empower the tourism and events network to deliver a world-class calendar that exceeds visitor expectations across Queensland’s destinations.
To support this work, we’re seeking a Culture and Entertainment Events Specialist until October 2026 to cover maternity leave. This role supports the administration of TEQ’s major and destination event contracts to deliver direct and incremental value to Queensland’s events calendar in line with TEQ’s objectives.
Key duties:
Support the implementation of TEQ’s Events Strategy and provide high-level assistance to the Culture and Entertainment Events Leader.
Manage event contracts and internal processes, including deliverables, meetings, documentation, and financial tracking.
Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with councils, RTOs, event owners, and tourism operators to maximise event outcomes.
Represent TEQ at events and functions, coordinate ministerial and board engagement, and activate contractual benefits.
Oversee event evaluation and reporting, including collaboration with research agencies and audit/compliance teams.
Maintain systems and tools such as SmartyGrants and CRM, and contribute to governance, communications, and optimisation initiatives.
Proven experience in the events industry, with a strong understanding of event attraction and development.
Knowledge of the economic and community value of events, and the role of government in supporting Queensland’s event landscape.
Strong project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes.
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and handle sensitive information.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support event delivery.
Confident communicator with the ability to prepare and present information clearly across various formats and audiences.
To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter which outlines your skills and experience to the requirements above. Applications close 18 September 2025.
Tourism and Events Queensland recognises the importance and uniqueness of Queensland’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and has developed a Reconciliation Action Plan to demonstrate our commitment towards reconciliation through how we operate and do business. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. This is an is an equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.
We know recruitment agencies work hard to connect great people with great roles, however, on this occasion, we’re handling this one ourselves. We kindly ask you not to reach out, thank you for your understanding.
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