Sportspeople: Competition Manager

Competition Manager

Oceania Athletics

Gold Coast ▸ Queensland ▸ Australia
Full Time

3 Jul 2026

Applications 0

Description

About Oceania Athletics

The Oceania Athletics Association (OAA) is one of six Area Associations of World Athletics (WA), representing 20 Member Federations and 3 Associate Member Federations across the Oceania region.

With a mission to grow the sport, inspired through world-class competitions, and lead with strong governance, OAA is driving the next phase of development across the region. Guided by the values of Respect, Inclusion, Excellence, and Integrity, we deliver competitions that elevate athletes, strengthen Member Federations, and support the long-term growth of Athletics in Oceania.

Aligned with OAA’s Strategic Plan 2025–2028 & beyond, this role contributes to a future where Athletics in Oceania is more accessible, more visible, and more sustainably supported. As the lead driver of OAA’s More Participation strategic pillar, the Competition Manager will play a key role in strengthening and modernising competition pathways across the region. This includes delivering high-quality Area Championships, supporting the growth of the World Athletics Continental Tour, enhancing Member Federation capacity, ensuring strong officiating standards, and creating competition environments that engage communities and inspire athletes at every level.

As we prepare for opportunities leading into Brisbane 2032 and beyond, the Competition Manager will play a central role in delivering high-quality events and strengthening competition pathways across Oceania. Oceania Athletics Association is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who can help shape and support the future of Athletics in Oceania.

The Opportunity

OAA is seeking to appoint a Competition Manager for an initial two-year term, commencing July 2026, with the potential for continuation. The primary purpose of the role is to coordinate and administer all Oceania-related Athletics competitions and events in an efficient, effective, and athlete-centred manner, aligned with our More Participation strategic pillar.

While Oceania Athletics Association offers a flexible working environment, the role will be based at Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast, Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

Major Competitions - Experience in organising large-scale events (preferably sporting events) is essential.

Oceania Athletics Association Competitions include:

Senior, U20 & U18, U16, Masters Track & Field Championships (held every 2 years)
Cross Country Championships
Road Championships (Half Marathon, Marathon)
Walks Championships
Combined Events
Oceania Cup
Oceania Masters Competitions

Core Duties

Create and maintain the Oceania Area Competition Calendar, including World Athletics Continental Tour events, in collaboration with Member Federations and aligned with the World Athletics Global Calendar.
Assist with the coordination of Athletics at the Pacific Games, Pacific Mini Games, Micro Games.
Support Member Federations in developing and delivering National Championships as required.
Manage competition budgets, event acquisition processes, host contracts, and supplier agreements.
Develop new event concepts to attract new fans and participants.
Ensure competitions leave a legacy by organising training and upskilling local officials and volunteers.
Develop and implement Technical Referees’ training, education, and welfare programs (with the Development Co-ordinator).
Maintain competition news on the OAA website and social media channels (with the Media & Communications Officer).
Serve as Secretariat to the Oceania Athletics Competition Commission.

Essential Requirements

Willingness to work outside standard hours
Flexibility to support competition delivery across multiple time zones
Strong teamwork and willingness to undertake varied duties
Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Commitment to promoting Athletics internally and externally
Current Passport
National Police / Criminal History Check
Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check

Desirable Criteria

Proficiency in Hy-Tek (Meet Manager), Roster Athletics, and Finish Lynx systems or equivalent meet management platforms.
Experience working in the Oceania region and an understanding of Pacific Island cultures.
Be willing to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Experience coordinating team travel and supporting team management functions.
Experience in developing and managing detailed budgets for championships and competition proposals.
Experience in sports presentation or delivering competitions with a strong athlete and fan experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High emotional intelligence, with the ability to work respectfully and collaboratively across diverse cultures and stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated initiative, self-management, and the ability to work independently.
Experience working with volunteers, volunteer committees, or boards.

Attachments

Application Instruction

Any applications should be directed to the Executive Director, OAA - Yvonne Mulins yvonne@oceaniaathletics.com

For further information please contact:

Yvonne Mullins, Executive Director

+61 418 885 496, yvonne@oceaniaathletics.com