Penrith Panthers and Panthers Foundation are looking for a passionate, community focused individual interested in driving a positive impact on our community through programs, events and campaigns.

Panthers Foundation goal is to be a source of pride for the members of our community, something they resonate with and endeavour to be a part of.

We are looking for a full-time Foundation & Community Executive to join our team. The position has a unique opportunity to build positive relationships with a variety of internal and external partners to deliver high impact programs and initiatives by leading on and administering the following areas of work:

Panthers Foundation’s three pillars (education, community & participation)

• Lead on delivery of programs and initiatives within the Foundation’s three pillars, including Adopt-A-School, Sticks to Stadium, Play Like a Panther and our relationship with Nepean Hospital
• Support club activities that are integrated into local community activities
• Department expenses are maintained in line with budget or adjusted to revenue with remedial actions for variations
• Lead on coordinating player appearances across business and supervision of player appearances within the community space
• Administer and report on all programs within the Foundation Pillars
• Work closely with Head of Foundation & Community on new program development, business plans and implementation
• Administer the Community Inbox and community storage spaces within the Rugby League Academy and BlueBet Stadium
• Manage and coordinate all aspects of Community Volunteering within Panthers Foundation, including but not limited to recruitment, management, training and deployment of volunteers

Events & Fundraising Campaigns

• Coordinate planning and operational matters for Foundation & Community events and campaigns
• Where appropriate, work with Head of Foundation & Community on any potential fundraising aspects to both Rugby League and Community/Foundation events and campaigns
• Lead and assist with all events and campaigns in an efficient, friendly and productive manner
• Work collaboratively with both marketing and finance functions within Rugby League as appropriate and required for all events and campaigns
• Remain up to date and aware of competitor products and facilities

Community Presence on Game Days

• Lead on Panthers Foundation & Community activities at Panthers Game Days
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures on gamed days
• Support Head of Foundation & Community in developing new community initiatives for game days
• Delivering community programs and experiences as required

Qualifications & experience

• Tertiary education in sports/management/community; significant work experience can substitute for the degree
• At least 1-2 years’ experience in large scale events
• At least 1-2 years’ experience with community programs
• Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments from a variety of staff and volunteers
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking
• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism
• Fantastic customer service ethic and high expectations for quality
• Intermediate level of computer skills and proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and mail merges; email and web searches
• Strong attention to detail, organisational and time management skills
• Good interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Ability to negotiate and work under pressure