At Tennis Australia,we’recreating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone.
From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
We’rea team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. Ifyou'reready to help us serve up real impact,we’dlove to hear from you.
We’recommitted to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
This is a part time - max term (12 months) opportunity working 2 days per week (flexibility regarding working days).
About the role
TheOfficiating Development Coordinatorwillsupport the growth and sustainability of the officiating workforce across Western Australia.
This role plays a key part in delivering the national Competition Workforce Strategy, with a focus on recruitment, onboarding,developmentand retention of officials. Working closely with the Competition Workforce Development Lead and the WA Competitive Play team,you’llhelp build a capable, connected and supported officiating community.
In this role you will:
Support the planning and delivery of targeted officiating recruitment initiatives across WA.
Facilitate the onboarding of new officials, ensuring they feel supported, informed and connected from day one.
Provide ongoing support to officials to help them perform confidently in their roles and navigate development pathways.
Coordinatelogisticsfor education and development programs, including educators,venuesandresources.
In partnership with the WA Competitive Play team, plan and support community engagement activities such as forums,workshopsand recognition initiatives.
Build strong relationships with Officials, Educators, Referees and Tournament Directors, and support regular two-way feedback with the Tennis Australia Officiating team.
About you
You bring experience working with people and systems in sporting,communityor workforce environments, and enjoy supporting large, distributed groups to perform well and stay engaged.
To be successful in this role you willhave:
- Experience in people management, workforcecoordinationor workforce development, ideally within sport or a similar environment.
- An understanding of working with volunteer and/or casual workforces.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in tennis officiating or other competitive sport environments is desirable but not essential.
- Alignment with Tennis Australia’s values of Excellence, Humility,Collaborationand Imagination.
- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a currentPolice CheckandWorking with Children Check.
- Preparedness to be flexiblein regard toworking hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia.
What’sto love?
Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
Tickets to theAustralian Open plusSuperboxticketsto eventsat Rod Laver & Melbourne Arena
Monthly health & wellbeing activitieswith access toCorePlusPilates
Onsite gym,tennis facilities& freeonsite car parking
Salary packaging& arange of discounts from our sponsorship partners
Attractive leave benefits - with up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all primary caregivers andSorryBusiness andCeremonialLeave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180
To Apply
If you needassistanceor adjustments to fullyparticipatein the application process, please contactrecruit@Tennis.com.au.
Applications close6thFebruary,howeverwe will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.
Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.
We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.
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