School Special Projects Manager

Paralympics Australia has the opportunity to use the power of sport to shift society and inspire a nation. Paralympics Australia’s vision is to create the most successful era of Paralympic sport in Australia’s history. With a home Games in 2032, there has never been a more exciting time to be a part of the Paralympic Movement.
Paris 2024 provides a platform to activate for a more inclusive Australia for people with disabilities through sport, education, and improved accessibility.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Paralympics Education Program as Schools Special Projects Manager for a fixed term contract until December 2024. This is a flexible role based in either Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane.
About the Role
As the Schools Special Projects Manager for Paralympics Australia, working collaboratively with the Education Manager, you will be responsible for joint execution of the Paralympics Education Program (PEP), designed to connect educators and students with Para-sports, Para-athletes, and the Paralympic Movement.
Reporting directly to the Head of Strategy and Brisbane 2032 Coordination, this role carries the significant responsibility of leading the execution of the Paralympics Education Program (PEP). The overarching aim of PEP is to bridge the gap between teachers and school students with Para-sports, Para-athletes, and the Paralympic Movement, thereby fostering a culture that acknowledges and celebrates disability, inclusion, and diversity.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative initiatives and resources to promote the program, including interactive materials and videos. You will build and maintain relationships with relevant educational and sport stakeholders, whilst being accountable for evaluating and reporting on the PEP outcomes.
About the Candidate
The Schools Special Projects Manager position calls for a dynamic individual with a strong background in the Education/Sports sector, who can adeptly manage multiple program activities within set deadlines. Your expertise in creating online learning materials and your proficiency in liaising and coordinating with both external stakeholders and internal departments will be crucial to your success.
To excel in this role, you are expected to have strong organisational skills, excellent communication skills, communicate with groups of school children, and have a creative flair for developing appropriate resources. The ability to take initiative, work collaboratively in a team but also work effectively independently along with a deep understanding of the Australian education sector, are also essential.
You will be able to demonstrate your experience in a similar role. Tertiary qualification in business, marketing, communications or another related discipline. You will also hold a current Working with Children Check.
Closing date for applications 27 February 2024.
Our commitment
Paralympics Australia is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering diversity and establishing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We welcome applicants with lived experiences and encourage you to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and recruitment process. Please geoff.quinlan@paralympic.org.au for assistance.