Engagement and Event Program Manager
Australian Institute of Food Science & Technology (AIFST)
Part-time | Remote (Australia-wide)
AIFST is the peak professional body for food scientists, technologists, and professionals working across Australia’s food system. We support members through professional development, education, community building, and advocacy for a strong and future-ready food science sector.
As AIFST’s education programs continue to grow in scope and complexity, a dedicated event program manager is essential to maintain the quality and efficiency of event delivery.
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and people-focused Engagement & Event Program Manager to coordinate and deliver AIFST’s national program of events and learning activities. This role offers the opportunity to shape high-quality educational experiences and meaningful engagement across the agrifood industry.
About the Role
In this varied role, you will plan and deliver AIFST’s education and capability-building initiatives—including conferences, CPD activities, seminars, webinars, workshops, and networking events. You will also manage AIFST’s Learning Management System (LMS), supporting online training and digital learning programs.
AIFST does not maintain an office – the role will operate remotely working within a small, collaborative team, you will ensure AIFST’s programs run smoothly, reflect professional excellence, and deliver value to members and partners.
The position is a part-time contract role – 4 days per week with flexibility to spread the hours across 5 days.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting to the AIFST CEO, the successful candidate will:
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver national capability-building events and CPD activities.
- Manage event logistics, suppliers, registrations, communications, and on-the-day support.
- Implement and maintain the AIFST LMS, ensuring content accuracy, troubleshooting, and user support.
- Liaise with speakers, partners, and stakeholders to ensure professional event delivery.
- Prepare event materials, track attendance and performance data, and support reporting.
- Assist with marketing and promotion of events.
- Provide excellent service to members and partners.
About You
- You will bring strong organisational, communication, and technology skills, with a passion for delivering impactful learning and engagement experiences.
- To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience in event coordination or project management, ideally in education or capability-building.
- Experience delivering virtual and in-person events.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Confidence with IT, AV, CRM systems, Zoom, Teams, Canva, and MS Office.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Flexibility to support occasional evening events.
- Experience in a professional or membership-based organisation (desirable).
- Interest in food science and technology (advantageous but not essential).
Why Join AIFST?
- Help shape the future capability of Australia’s food science workforce.
- Contribute to a national, purpose-driven organisation.
- Work collaboratively with passionate professionals.
- Remote role – work from anywhere in Australia.
- An attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please send your resume, with a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the essential skills and experience you possess for the position.
For more information including a copy of the position description, please contact AIFST CEO Fiona Fleming via email fiona.fleming@aifst.com.au.
Please forward your application to Fiona Fleming (fiona.fleming@aifst.com.au).
Applications close: 5pm AEDT, Monday January 19, 2026
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