ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Collingwood Basketball Association (CBA) operates at the centre of Melbourne’s inner north, delivering accessible and inclusive basketball opportunities across Collingwood and surrounding communities.

The Association serves one of the most diverse basketball communities in Victoria. Based in the City of Yarra, our community reflects a wide range of backgrounds, identities and experiences including low socio-economic, LGBTQIA+, multicultural and First Nations   communities.

This diversity shapes how we operate. It informs program design, competition delivery, workforce support and community partnerships. Inclusion is embedded in day-to-day delivery and drives participation, trust and long-term sustainability.

CBA delivers a broad range of basketball activity, including domestic competitions, representative programs and community initiatives. These programs are designed to be accessible, affordable and aligned to the needs of the local community.

As an organisation, CBA plays a key role in connecting people through sport. The focus is on creating clear entry points, positive experiences and ongoing opportunities for participation across all levels of the game.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Girls and Women’s Pathways Project Officer is responsible for delivering the remaining activities and commitments outlined in CBA’s approved Play Our Way grant submission and project Girls and Women’s Pathway (GWP) Program Work Plan through to 30 June 2027.

The role will coordinate program delivery, participation initiatives and stakeholder engagement, ensuring project activities achieve their intended outcomes and meet grant requirements.

A key focus of the position is ensuring the programs, participation pathways, partnerships and organisational improvements established through the project are sustainable beyond the funding period.

Reporting to the General Manager, this role will work closely with CBA staff, volunteers and community partners to deliver the project, evaluate outcomes and support the integration of successful initiatives into CBA’s ongoing operations.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

This is a hybrid role based at Collingwood Basketball Stadium. Staff are required to work a minimum of three days per week in the office, with the remaining time able to be worked remotely, subject to operational requirements.

Given the nature of the role, regular evening and weekend work is required. Office based days should align with key operational activity, team collaboration, and peak delivery periods. Program delivery is in local schools and at Collingwood Basketball Stadium and Bundha Sports Complex in North Fitzroy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Coordination and Delivery

• Coordinate and deliver the remaining activities and commitments outlined in the approved GWP Work Plan and Play Our Way grant submission.
• Manage program schedules, venues, registrations, communications, equipment and casual staff.
• Work with CBA staff, volunteers and community partners to deliver inclusive participation programs and initiatives.
• Support participation and development pathways for girls and women across playing, coaching, officiating and other basketball roles.

Program Administration and Reporting

• Monitor project delivery against approved activities, milestones and outcomes, reporting progress and risks to the General Manager.
• Maintain accurate participation, attendance, program delivery and evaluation records.
• Coordinate participant feedback and evaluation activities to assess project outcomes.
• Prepare supporting evidence and documentation required for final grant reporting and acquittal.

Project Completion and Handover

• Work with CBA staff to identify and implement opportunities to sustain successful programs, pathways and initiatives beyond the funding period.
• Support the integration of established activities, partnerships and inclusive practices into CBA's ongoing operations.
• Document program processes, resources and operational requirements to support continued delivery.
• Prepare a final project handover, including outcomes, recommendations and outstanding commitments.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The role reports to the General Manager and works with CBA staff, casual program personnel, volunteers, participants, schools, community partners and Basketball Victoria as needed for project delivery.

Internal

• General Manager
• CBA staff and casual staff
• Relevant sub-committees
• CBA coaches, officials and volunteers
• CBA participants and families

External

• Basketball Victoria
• Local schools
• Community organisations and referral partners
• Program participants and prospective participants
• Funding bodies and program partners

KEY OUTCOMES

• Delivery of all remaining approved GWP Work Plan activities and grant commitments by 30 June 2027.
• Achievement of agreed project participation, engagement and development outcomes.
• Accurate and complete project records, evaluation findings and supporting evidence for final grant reporting.
• Established programs, participation pathways and initiatives integrated into CBA's ongoing operations where feasible.
• A completed project handover, including sustainability recommendations, operational responsibilities and outstanding commitments.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Experience coordinating funded projects, including monitoring deliverables and preparing reports.
• Commitment to inclusive sport and participation opportunities for women and girls.
• Experience coordinating community sport, participation or similar programs.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver projects against agreed work plans, timelines and outcomes.
• Experience working with participants, volunteers and community stakeholders.
• Strong communication, recordkeeping and reporting skills.

Desirable

• Basketball or community sport experience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant experience or qualifications.
• Current Working with Children Check and satisfactory police check.
• Availability for some evening and weekend activities.
• Ability to attend CBA venues and community program locations.

Working conditions

• Hybrid working arrangement with a minimum of three days per week in the office
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
• Ability to attend venues and support operations as needed