National Events Coordinator

Location: Softball Australia Headquarters: Sports House, Albert Park, Melbourne, or Hawker International Softball Centre, ACT

Type: Part-Time (3 days per week; Contract 2-year term with possibility of extension)

About Softball Australia:

Softball Australia (SA) is a leading National Sporting Organisation (NSO) with a commitment to fostering inclusivity, diversity, and excellence in the sport. With six affiliated member States and two Territories across the country, SA oversees a vibrant community of over 23,000 members and 100K+ players, coaches, umpires, and volunteers. Our vision is to make softball accessible to everyone and to cultivate heroes on the world stage. At SA, we value unity, respect, creativity, bravery, and fun.

About the Role:

As the National Events Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in delivering Softball Australia's events program, including National Championships and domestic events featuring Australian National Softball teams. This role presents an exciting opportunity for someone with prior event coordination experience who is eager to advance their career. While softball experience is desirable, it is not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management: Assist in budget preparation, monitor financial performance, diversify revenue streams, and collaborate with the finance team for invoice processing.

2. People & Culture: Coordinate key tournament officials, ensure staff and volunteers are qualified and trained, and provide ongoing support and feedback.

3. Event Management and Delivery: Oversee tournament operations, manage registrations and player drafts, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure event hosts fulfill their obligations.

4. Marketing: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop marketing plans, monitor event promotions, update online platforms, and manage event publications.

5. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with international federations, prepare event reports for board meetings, foster relationships with host states/territories, and oversee event committees.

6. Risk Management: Ensure compliance with safeguarding measures, participate in occupational health and safety initiatives, and review event management risk matrices.

7. Facility Management: Ensure event hosting facilities meet SA guidelines, conduct annual facility audits, and coordinate with state-based staff for facility readiness.

Selection Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Sports Administration or equivalent (desirable) or more than 2 years' experience in a similar role.

• Exceptional project management and organisational skills.

• Highest level communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Demonstrated experience in event organisation.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Experience with organising sporting events desirable, but not essential.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technology use for performance improvement.

• Current Working with Children Check and Senior First Aid & CPR certification.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and disciplined.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Commitment to Softball Australia's values.

If you are passionate about coordinating dynamic sporting events and contributing to the growth of softball in Australia, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to [email address] by Monday 8th April 2024

The full position description and selection criteria can be found here: https://www.softball.org.au/about/work-for-softball-australia

Softball Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.