Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Frankston City Council's Place Activation, Arts & Creativity Department is seeking a dynamic and innovative professional to join our team as Coordinator Creative City & Activation.

This exciting role will help position Frankston as a leading arts, culture and events destination through proactive leadership, strategic partnerships, industry advocacy and creative vision. Working across Council, industry and community stakeholders, you will play a key role in attracting and delivering major, regional and destination events that enhance Frankston's reputation, attract new audiences, generate economic activity and drive year-round visitation.

As the successful candidate, you will cultivate and manage strong relationships with event organisers, producers, artists, creatives and commercial partners to bring high-profile events and cultural experiences to Frankston. Aligned with Council's Destination Events Strategy, you will identify and secure opportunities that showcase the city's unique coastal character, strengthen its visitor economy and contribute to a vibrant and connected community.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a strategic thinker and relationship builder who is passionate about creating memorable experiences and shaping Frankston's future as one of Victoria's most exciting creative destinations.

About you

We're looking for someone who can bring energy, vision and strong industry connections to help elevate Frankston as a leading creative and destination city.

The successful candidate will bring:

Proven experience attracting and delivering major events, festivals and destination experiences that drive visitation, economic activity and community participation.
Strong industry networks and partnership skills, with the ability to build influential relationships across arts, events, government, business and the creative sectors.
A strategic and innovative mindset, capable of identifying new opportunities, securing funding and sponsorship, and developing initiatives that strengthen Frankston's destination appeal.
Exceptional stakeholder engagement and project management capabilities, with experience managing complex projects, contracts, budgets and diverse stakeholder expectations.
A genuine passion for arts, culture, events and place activation, combined with the ambition and enthusiasm to create memorable experiences that enhance Frankston's cultural identity and visitor economy.

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

Hybrid Working Model
Flexible working hours
Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only)
Access to professional and career development opportunities
Purchased leave
Paid Parental leave
Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
Free onsite parking
Employee assistance program
Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 8A currently remunerated at $129,722 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Tammy Ryan on 0404 738 978

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.

The closing date for applications to this role is 19 November 2026 at 11:55pm.

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.

Child Safety

Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe.

At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers. Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page as this will be referred to in an interview.

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.