We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Sports Development Officer to join our team and play a key role in growing participation, strengthening community participation, and supporting the delivery of high-quality sporting programs and events.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about movement sport, enjoys building relationships, and thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

This is a 100% onsite role.

About the Role

The Sports Development Officer will lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of programs and initiatives that encourage participation across all levels of gymnastics, tumbling, ninja-parkour and obstacle sport — from grassroots engagement through to pathway development.

Work closely with coaches to upskill capability, enhance programs and coach children and adults in gymnastics, tumbling and/or ninja-parkour.

Key Responsibilities

• Further develop and coach engaging gymnastics, tumbling and ninja-parkour programs
• Build strong relationships with other staff
• Coordinate sporting events, workshops, and development activities
• Support coach development through upskilling workshops and mentoring of junior staff
• Monitor program outcomes and prepare reports on participation and engagement metrics
• Identify opportunities for program growth and partnerships
• Contribute to strategic projects and organisational objectives
• Ensure programs are delivered safely and in line with relevant policies and procedures

About You

You are an organised and proactive professional with a genuine passion for sport development. You enjoy working collaboratively, communicating with a wide range of people, and creating movement programs that make a positive impact.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Greater than 5 years gymnastics / tumbling / parkour-ninja coaching experience
• Experience coaching skills equivalent to Level 9 in Australian Levels Program 
• Experience in coach mentoring, specifically gymnastics, tumbling, cheer and/or parkour-ninja sports
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Experience coordinating programs or events
• Strong administrative and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• First Aid and Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain)
• Strong English language skills

Desirable

• Experience supervising teams of junior coaches
• Experience developing coach education programs

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in sport and the community
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Flexible and dynamic working environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary- $79,000-85,000 plus 12% superannuation (salary range dependent on experience)
• Opportunity to work across exciting programs and events

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.