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Form of workABOUT US
Reclink Australia is the only national not for profit providing life changing sport and recreation opportunities to Australia’s most vulnerable communities. We are in the business of engaging marginalised members of our community through sport and fun. Through our programs, people find a way to come back into the community via fun, joy and supportive relationships. To learn more about us, please visit our website. https://www.reclink.org
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working closely with and reporting to the Reclink Sport & Rec Manager, the Reclink Sports Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering a diverse range of sport and recreation programs in the designated areas, which include Canberra and surrounding areas.
Based in the ACT Team and working within the LGA’s of the region delivering sport, recreation, and arts programs within communities. Reclink supports those who are disadvantaged, isolated, impacted by gambling harm, mental health as well as those looking to improve health and wellbeing or impacted by trauma and natural disasters such as COVID-19, Bushfires, flooding, and drought. Reclink programs also support people with a disability and sessions are open to all.
These programs include but are not limited to the Federal Reclink National Program and JACS.
ABOUT YOU
To be considered for this role you will need:
- Qualifications from a recognised TAFE including Diploma, certificate level 3, University Degree in Sport and Recreation, Sport or Community Development or similar and/or a minimum of two years’ experience in the provision of direct support services to diverse clients or relevant industry.
- Experience in any of Sport Development, Community Development, Health and Well Being, and Youth.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience of administrative support systems, innovative practice and high level of verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- Work in consultation and in co-ordination with key community stakeholders and service providers in government and community sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously and constructively in a team setting with minimal supervision.
- Able to take the initiative, reliable and able to work independently, innovatively, and respectfully with diverse individuals and groups.
- Good level of IT knowledge, working with excel, word and PowerPoint, Online conference experience, social media and promotion.
- High level of time management and organisational skills and capacity to work effectively within tight time constraints.
- Volunteer Experience within the community sports sector.
You will stand out if you have:
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues faced by marginalised target groups.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships within community networks.
- Experience in delivering Sport and Recreation sessions as a coach, teacher, or instructor.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
- Dynamic, fun, accepting and committed team and culture.
- Laptop and Mobile Phone.
- Salary Sacrifice Scheme and Tax-Free concessions applicable to NFP.
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the most vulnerable in our community.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Flexible work opportunities.
A positive National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check is a condition of employment. If you have not commenced your Working with Children’s Check application, please do so by following this Job Seeker WWWC Card link http://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
This is a full-time role (38 hours per week) working over 5 days commencing mid-March 2024. Maximum term appointment up to 30 June 2024 (note: this position can be modified to suit candidates and can be one role covering Canberra, or two part-time roles depending on successful candidates’ preference). A competitive remuneration will be paid at SCHaDS Level 3.1 plus superannuation with the option to increase your income through salary packaging. For further enquiries or to obtain a Position Description please email support2@reclink.org
To apply for this rewarding job, please submit a one-page cover letter outlining why you would be perfect for this role addressing the criteria above, along with your resume. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis so get your application in quick. Only applicants invited for interview will be contacted.
