NETBALL NSW OVERVIEW

Netball NSW is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a Board of Directors and managed by professional staff. As the peak state sporting body for netball in New South Wales, it is responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of the sport, and is affiliated with Netball Australia.

Netball NSW provides a comprehensive framework supporting approximately 119,000 registered members and more than 150,000 participants across all levels of the game. The sport’s continued growth is driven by the wide range of programs, facilities and services offered, from grassroots participation to professional pathways.

Netball NSW has a strong history of elite performance, with over 300 athletes representing the state since 1997, including through the Suncorp Super Netball competition featuring the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.

Our Vision: Netball is NSW’s leading sport of choice and opportunity

Our Purpose: Lead and support our Netball community to grow and thrive

Our Values & Behaviours:

• WELCOMING: We are an inclusive community for everyone.
• ONE TEAM: We respect and value each other.
• BEST ALWAYS: We aspire to excellence.
• INTEGRITY: We play fair and take ownership of our actions.
• FUN: We love what we do.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Are you passionate about storytelling, sport and creating content that inspires people to get involved?

Netball NSW is looking for a Communications & Content Coordinator to help tell the stories that connect our community, celebrate our people and grow the game across New South Wales.

Reporting to the GM Audience & Growth, this role plays an important part in bringing the Netball NSW, NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball brands to life through engaging content, media relations and audience-focused communications.

From grassroots volunteers and community competitions to pathway athletes and elite netball stars, you'll help uncover and share the stories that showcase the impact, pride and passion that exists throughout our sport.

You'll work across multiple channels including website, email, media, social media and digital platforms, helping ensure our audiences feel connected, informed and inspired to play, watch and support netball.

If you love writing, enjoy building relationships and believe every community has a story worth telling, we'd love to hear from you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creating compelling written content that celebrates the people, moments and impact of netball across NSW.
• Writing and publishing website articles, feature stories, media releases, newsletters and campaign content.
• Identifying and developing storytelling opportunities across community, pathway and talent netball programs.
• Supporting media relations activities, including media releases, interview coordination, pitching stories to local media and media monitoring.
• Managing and maintaining content across Netball NSW digital platforms, ensuring information is current, relevant and audience-focused.
• Managing Netball NSW email database and email campaign execution.
• Collaborating with the Marketing, Community, Competition, Pathways and Commercial teams to bring campaigns and initiatives to life.
• Supporting communication plans that drive participation, fan engagement and audience growth
• Assisting with content planning and editorial calendars across owned channels.
• Tracking and reporting on content and communication performance, providing insights and recommendations.
• Supporting event communications and content capture opportunities across the year.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or a related discipline.
• 2+ years experience in communications, content, public relations or digital media.
• Demonstrated experience writing content across multiple channels including websites, EDMs, media releases and social media.
• Experience working within sport, community, membership or not-for-profit organisations is highly regarded.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current driver's licence.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Exceptional written communication and storytelling ability.
• Strong editorial judgement and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex information into engaging and accessible content.
• Understanding of digital content best practice and audience engagement.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to work across multiple teams and projects.
• High level of initiative, professionalism and accountability.

Personal Attributes:

• A natural storyteller who can find the human angle in every story.
• Passionate about creating content that engages and inspires audiences.
• Strong writer with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and channels.
• Curious, proactive and always looking for the next great story.
• Organised and comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative and enjoys working with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Passionate about sport, community impact and creating positive experiences.

WHY APPLY

You'll help shape how Netball is seen, celebrated and experienced across NSW. From community courts and local heroes to elite athletes and major events, youll play a key role in telling the stories that inspire participation, build connection and grow the game.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact, work alongside passionate people and contribute to one of Australia's leading participation sports.

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?

Netball NSW 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 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.