About Netball Victoria

At Netball Victoria, we’re more than a sporting organisation, we’re a community dedicated to empowering lives through netball. Guided by our values of empowerment, innovation, and leadership, we aim to inspire and grow the sport while making a lasting impact - from grassroots to elite level.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, we are seeking an advocate with strong cultural knowledge, leadership capability and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills who can work collaboratively with First Nations communities, affiliates, partners and internal teams to drive action and create meaningful impact.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the development, delivery and continuous improvement of Netball Victoria’s Innovate RAP and future RAP stages
• Championing reconciliation and providing expert guidance across the organisation
• Coordinating and supporting the First Nations Advisory Group and RAP Working Group
• Designing and delivering programs that empower young people and communities through netball
• Strengthening diversity and inclusion initiatives and participation pathways
• Building strong, respectful partnerships with First Nations communities and stakeholders
• Overseeing community engagement programs, clinics, events and First Nations rounds
• Leading and supporting culturally respectful initiatives such as the Melbourne Vixens First Nations dress design

What you will bring:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the First Nations environment
• Relevant Tertiary qualification.
• Demonstrated experience working with First Nations communities and stakeholders
• Strong relationship-building, communication and engagement skills
• Strategic thinking and the ability to lead programs from concept through to delivery
• Experience in diversity, inclusion, community development or sport (highly regarded)
• A commitment to creating culturally safe environments for children, young people and communities
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Driver’s licence and ability to travel within Victoria.

What we offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid working arrangements and recognition that our work doesn’t always fit a 9-to-5 schedule.
• Exclusive Perks: Free parking onsite, gym access, tickets to Melbourne Vixens home games, and partner discounts.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu vaccines, and a welcoming, inclusive culture.