Conference and Event Organiser (ANZSCO 149311)
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What a Conference and Event Organiser does
Organises and coordinates services for conferences, events, functions, banquets and seminars.
- Also called
- Event Manager
- Specialisations
- Event Planner, Exhibition Organiser, Wedding Coordinator
Key facts
- ANZSCO code
- 149311
- Skill level
- 2Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma
- Assessing authority
- VETASSESS
- National shortage
- No shortage
Visa options
Occupation eligibility is one requirement; each visa page links to the rest.
Points-tested
- Subclass 189 Skilled IndependentNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 190 Skilled NominatedVia STSOLEligible
- Subclass 491, state or territory nominatedVia STSOL and ROLEligible
- Subclass 491, family sponsoredNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
Employer-sponsored
- Subclass 482 Skills in Demand, Core Skills streamNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
- Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme, Direct Entry streamNot on its occupation listsNot eligible
Main tasks
- 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
Shortage by state
- NationalNo shortage
- ACTNo shortage
- NSWNo shortage
- NTNo shortage
- QLDNo shortage
- SANo shortage
- TASNo shortage
- VICNo shortage
- WANo shortage
State and territory nomination
For the 190 and 491, each state and territory also has its own occupation list.
Common questions
What does a Conference and Event Organiser do?
Organises and coordinates services for conferences, events, functions, banquets and seminars. Also called: Event Manager. (ABS ANZSCO description.)
Is Conference and Event Organiser on the skilled occupation list?
Yes. Conference and Event Organiser (ANZSCO 149311) is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and Regional Occupation List (ROL) (lists in force from 14 December 2024). It is listed for the 190, 491 and 494 visas.
What is the ANZSCO code for Conference and Event Organiser?
149311. Home Affairs uses ANZSCO codes for skilled visas.
How can a Conference and Event Organiser migrate to Australia?
The occupation lists Home Affairs publishes include Conference and Event Organiser for the Subclass 190, Subclass 491 and Subclass 494 visas. Being on a list is one requirement among several; each visa's page links to Home Affairs for the rest.
Who assesses Conference and Event Organiser for an Australian visa?
VETASSESS, the skills assessing authority listed for 149311.
Is Conference and Event Organiser in demand in Australia?
Jobs and Skills Australia rated it "No shortage" nationally in its 2025 Occupation Shortage List, with ratings for each state and territory shown above.