WAIS is on the hunt for a Para-Sport game changer!

WAIS is seeking a dynamic, passionate and innovative leader to drive the exciting new Para Unit.

With funding from the Australian Institute of Sport, Paralympics Australia and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, WAIS is establishing a Para Unit to identify and support para athletes in WA.

The brand-new role is all about identifying, developing and propelling WA’s next generation of para athletes onto the national and international stage.

You’ll be at the heart of a high-energy, high-performance team, working alongside skilled coaches and performance support staff to unlock potential and build champions.

About us:

WAIS was established in 1984 to enable Western Australian athletes to achieve international sporting success.  We operate in partnership with National Sporting Organisations and State Sporting Associations along with the VenuesWest and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries to deliver a high- performance training environment for sports and athletes.

Our purpose is to enable Western Australian athletes to achieve international sporting success and our vision is to have Western Australian sporting champions creating community pride and inspiring the next generation.

Success for us is about winning well.  As a high-performance sporting organisation, winning is important, but how we win is equally important. 

We are about our people and creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and respect.  From athletes to support staff, everyone at WAIS plays a critical role in our success.

Role Overview.

In this newly created role, you will work with the Strategic Initiatives Director and Para Unit Lead along with State Sporting Associations and Disability organisations to achieve a coordinated approach to developing para athletes to ensure the best representation of WA athletes at our next home games - Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games.

Alongside a skilled team of coaches and performance support staff, you’ll work with a collective goal of finding and developing talented WA para-sport athletes.

What you’ll be up to (AKA your game plan):

• Find WA’s untapped para-sport talent - from the grassroots to future gold medallists.
• Guide athletes on their journey to WinWell - from first try-outs to world-class performance
• Shape pathways for success - connecting athletes with expert coaching and resources
• Champion para-sport in WA - because the future is inclusive, exciting and full of possibilities.

About you:

• You have a genuine passion for para-sport and athlete development and your understanding of classification of para athletes will make you stand out from the crowd!
• Your energy, innovation and drive to make things happen knows no bounds - you’ll have this program up and running in no time!
• You’re a people person that loves creating meaningful and strategically aligned stakeholder relationships that will drive achievement of the unit’s goals.
• You have a proven ability to work with and inspire and motivate others with your fresh ideas and inclusive approach in the workplace.
• You’re excited about your vision for growing para-sport in WA and building a legacy of success and are skilled enough to provide your expert advice to support effective decision making at WAIS.
• You have a deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion which you can demonstrate through working with diverse communities, including para athletes.
• You know how to create an accessible, athlete centred program that removes barriers to participation to ensure all athletes can thrive.
• You have tertiary qualifications in sport management, sports science or other relevant field and/or demonstrated knowledge and ability through lived experience.
• Above all else, you are a genuine team player that cares about others and always acts with kindness and integrity.

Join us:

WAIS encourages applications from individuals with lived experience. This position is full time (37.5 hours per week) however, part time applications (minimum 15 hours per week) may also be considered for a job share arrangement. If you are seeking part time hours, please specify the number of hours per week in your application.

If you’re ticking all the boxes and are ready to change lives, shape careers and elevate para-sport in WA - we want to hear from you!

Please go to our career’s portal at wais.elmotalent.com.au/careers/default/jobs to view the full position description and then apply to join our team at WAIS.

All applications must be submitted through the WAIS career portal.

Please include a cover letter addressing your suitability for your role, along with your resume.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Please note, candidates that are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted shortly after the closing date. All other candidates will be communicated with at the conclusion of our process.

The job closes at 9am (AWST) on Tuesday 15th April 2025 so get your application in before then!

For further information:

For role related queries please contact Kim Ellwood, Strategic Initiatives Director and Para Unit Lead via email at kellwood@wais.org.au  or 9387 8166.