National Sponsorship and Events Manager

We’re looking for aNational Sponsorship and Events Managerfor 3 months to step in and lead sponsorship and events activity during a key transition period. Based inGrafton, Auckland(hybrid), leading a small team of 2 direct reports, you’ll partner with senior stakeholders to maintain momentum across national programmes, while also progressing early-stage planning for major2027events. Key Focus (Next 3 Months): Events (main priority): Delivery of a keyQueenstown event(including onsite management) Overseenational eventsand ongoingonline webinar planning Manage end-to-end planning, logistics, and stakeholder coordination – ensuring smooth delivery Manage speakers, venues, suppliers, and event-day execution (including early starts and late finishes where required) 2027 planning (active now): Provide support and development forForum (March 2027) Contribute toannual conference planning for 2027(work already underway) Sponsorship (smaller split, strategic support): Provide strategic support across sponsorships and key partners Support the Sponsorship Manager with the portfolio Participate in sponsor WIPs Provide input intotwo new potential sponsors currently in progress Travel & Hours Some domestic travel expected over the assignment: Queenstown(possibly4 days) Wellington(possibly2 days) Flexibility required for event timings, including potential: Early starts(e.g.,7:00am breakfast events) Late finishes(e.g.,7:30pm finishin Auckland) Responsibilities Lead national events and webinar delivery (primary focus) Manage and coachtwo direct reports Coordinate internal stakeholders and priorities across the organisation Maintain momentum and ensure continuity during leadership transition Support sponsor renewals and key partner relationships (strategic support) About You Proven leadership across events (and working knowledge of sponsorship operations) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Comfortable operating in fast-moving, high-visibility environments Able to start from 7th September 2026 What’s on Offer $60-65 per hour 3-month contract(potential to go permanent) Auckland based – Hybrid:3 days office / 2 days WFH #J-18808-Ljbffr