• Full Time - 6 month contract + weekend work

The purpose of this position is to assist with the co-ordination of the delivery of NNSW and NSW Swifts events including Suncorp Super Netball games and other major events. This position is will also be required to assist in other events as lead by the Events Manager. 

NETBALL NSW OVERVIEW 

Netball NSW is a not-for-profit organisation, governed by a Board of Directors and managed by professional staff. It is the peak state sporting organisation responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of netball throughout New South Wales and is a member organisation of Netball Australia. 

Netball NSW provides the framework for approximately 115,000 registered members and over 150,000 total participants to enjoy netball at all levels throughout New South Wales. Our sport continues to grow both on and off the court and much of this success can be attributed to the wide range of programs, facilities and services Netball NSW offers to its members and participants - from the grassroots level through to the elite, professional level.

Netball NSW has a proud history of elite netball teams and athletes’ performances in national and international competition. Over 300 athletes have proudly represented NSW in elite competition since the inception of the national netball league in 1997 and then the ANZ Championship.  2017 saw the introduction of the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN), the top Australian domestic competition which includes two Netball NSW elite teams, the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.

NSW Swifts:

The NSW Swifts are one of the most successful clubs in Australian sport and NSW’s most celebrated professional female sports team.

Formed in 1997 as the Sydney Swifts before rebranding as NSW Swifts in 2008, some of Australia’s - and the world’s - greatest-ever netball players have represented the Club; from Liz Ellis AO, Catherine Cox AM and Kim Green OAM in years past, to current champions Paige Hadley, Maddy Proud and Helen Housby MBE.

Pioneers and leaders of women in sport, the Swifts are a proud Foundation Club of Australia’s National Netball League (currently Suncorp Super Netball) and have won seven Premierships in each era of competition:

• 2001, 2004, 2006, 2007 (Commonwealth Bank Trophy)
• 2008 (Trans-Tasman ANZ Championship)
• 2019, 2021 (Suncorp Super Netball)

Across 28 seasons of the National League, the Swifts have contested an unrivalled 13 Grand Finals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

NSW Swifts & Netball NSW - Events & Match Days

• Work in conjunction with the Senior Manager - Events to coordinate NSW Swifts and Netball NSW events, including but not limited to:
  • Parking
  • Booking and liaising with suppliers
  • Equipment orders
  • Venue operations
  • Risk management
  • Volunteer program
  • Activation maps in collaboration with other colleagues
  • Game day bump in and out
  • Activations on game day in collaboration with other colleagues
• These events include however are not limited to:
  • Suncorp Super Netball Match Days
  • Season launches and annual lunches
  • Fan Days
  • Gala Dinners
  • Member events

General

• Assist the Senior Manager - Events with special projects as required
• Abide by, promote and actively enforce Netball NSW policies.
• Actively participate and be part of the Netball NSW Team, where applicable.
• Any other duties as requested by the EGMs of NSW Swifts and/or the Senior Manager – Events.
• Some lifting and standing required on event days.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Candidates for the position will require a range of personal and professional skills including:

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications e.g., events/sports management/business administration (desirable).
• Experience in the sport/not-for-profit industry (desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, plan work programs, meet deadlines and manage time effectively.

Knowledge and skills

• Thorough understanding of the sporting culture and not for profit organisations.
• A high level of computer expertise covering word processing, presentation software, database skills and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent phone manner and written skills.
• Demonstrated experience in administration management.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to set priorities, plan work programs, meets deadlines and manages time effectively.      
• Experience in working independently and as an integral part of a team.
• Clear, professional and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Personal attributes

• Professional and proactive attitude.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
• Prepared to travel, as required, and acknowledge that flexible work hours may be required on various occasions
• Interpersonal / relationship skills
• Problem solving
• Customer focus
• Work Health and Safety
• Passionate and prepared to go above and beyond.
• Commitment to Netball NSW Values.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Ability to work with people across ALL levels of the sport in a collaborative manner
• Quality of planning, reporting and timeless of delivery across all areas
• Ability to meet deadlines for specific projects and other tasks in a challenging work environment
• Effective communication
• Management of records, information and databases (if required)

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

In accordance with Child Protection legislation candidates will be required to provide a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance number for verification by Netball NSW prior to employment. Selection of the successful candidate will be based upon the results of child protection screening and relevant reference checks.

CHILD SAFE ORGANISATION

Please note: Netball NSW is committed to protecting Children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. All candidates must have a valid Working with Children Check.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Netball NSW is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; the LGBTQIA+ community; and other under-represented groups.

WHY WORK FOR US?

NNSW strives to offer a range of benefits to support a healthy work environment and a sustainable work-life balance, no matter your role and stage in life

• Additional leave day for your Birthday;
• Free parking for those that have to drive to work or 800m walk to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station;
• NNSW funded membership with the Connected Membership exclusively for Sydney Olympic Park employees, residents and students providing everyday discounts and exclusive offers including free admission offers and discounted tickets for events at Sydney Olympic Park.
• Free and discounted tickets to NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball home games;
• Pawsivity - bring your four-legged friend to work so you can enjoy their happy presence while you work;
• Wellness programs including: our Employment Assistance Program (EAP); NNSW lunchtime league social sports teams in volleyball, netball, soccer and touch footy.