At Tennis Australia, our vision is to create a Playful World through Tennis, for Everyone.

Tennis is more than a sport. It has the power to change lives by delivering health benefits, galvanising communities, and developing champions. The people who work at Tennis are team players: they are imaginative, humble, collaborative and, above all, excellent. They understand the fun and entertainment that our sport delivers, but also the social, commercial and community impact we have.

We are all about people on court and interested in our sport, from grassroots participation, all the way through to Grand Slams. If you are ready to harness the power of Tennis to create a more playful world, we want you on our team!

About the role

The Tennis Development Officer will contribute to the National vision to create a playful world through tennis, enabling more people to play more often, in Northern Mallee and Loddon Campaspe.

The key responsibility of the Tennis Development Officer is to support the delivery of the Thriving Tennis Communities (TTC) framework in the region and build the capability of our stakeholders and affiliates to deliver outstanding tennis experiences for all in the region.

Reporting to the Regional Tennis Manager (Country West), in this role you will:

• Focus on the servicing of clubs, schools, coaches and competition deliverers by developing positive relationships within the region to influence, adopt and drive change.
• Act as the conduit between the clubs and venues, and the relevant staff managing relationship with council and state government entities.
• Collaborate with clubs and coaches to promote and create sustainable, inclusive initiatives that engage diverse communities.
• Support the ongoing use of digital systems to provide a high-quality digital presence and consumer experience.
• Support venues to provide quality programming and opportunities to increase adult participation and junior & youth participation.
• Support local club volunteers via the provision of marketing support and education.

About you

What you will bring to the role:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to evoke the cooperation of stakeholders across a wide range of organisations including volunteers, coaches, associations and Local Government Agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to influence change and drive behaviour of stakeholders towards a common goal.
• Knowledge and understanding of sports administration, preferably through volunteer involvement at the club or via a community sports association.
• Understanding of the tennis environment and the various stakeholders it engages.
• A current driver's licence and current first aid certificate.
• You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

What's in it for you?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities through our Serving Your Health program
• Flexible working practices & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
• Tools of the trade - vehicle, laptop and mobile phone

To Apply

If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! A copy of the position description can be found here. Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system.

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.

Applications close 31st January 2025, however we will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.

We believe tennis is a sport that is open for all, and we want our team to reflect the communities we work and play in. Diversity in our Tennis community and our workplace is a strength and a pillar of our sport. We take great pride in providing a working environment that allows people to be their authentic self and offers the flexibility that our people need to thrive both at work and at home.

Fostering a workplace that is diverse and equitable is a high priority for Tennis Australia. We strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact recruit@tennis.com.au.