• Lead and shape a well-established and renowned rowing program
• Work in a supportive environment that empowers young women through sport
• Enjoy a diverse and hands on role with strong community support

FTE: 0.6FTE (term time plus)
Commencement: 13 July 2026

About Fintona

At Fintona, our exceptional teachers and staff create a world of active learning where each girl has the opportunity to find her own version of extraordinary. We are renowned for a distinct and challenging approach to academic excellence that celebrates a love of learning across a wealth of disciplines, and for developing girls who move beyond their comfort zone to become fearless and adaptable leaders in their chosen field.

Position Information

Established for over 40 years, the Fintona rowing program is founded on a proud legacy of teamwork, resilience, and school spirit and is supported by a passionate and committed community. We are currently seeking a dynamic Rowing Coordinator to lead and develop our vibrant rowing program.

As Rowing Coordinator, you will drive the planning and delivery of all aspects of rowing, from energising training sessions to competitive regattas. You will play a pivotal role in supporting student wellbeing, building team camaraderie, and creating a positive, high-performance culture aligned with our school values.

You will also oversee equipment and logistics, ensuring everything runs seamlessly so our crews can perform at their best - on and off the water.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a thriving program, mentor students, and be part of a passionate and committed sporting community.

For a glimpse into our school and to hear from a former Captain of Boats, click here

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all aspects of the rowing program - from overall strategic goals to individual crew training plans, schedules and staffing;
• Overseeing crew selection, feedback and development;
• Fostering a positive, inclusive, high performance team culture;
• Managing and supporting a dedicated crew of assistant coaches;
• Keeping equipment and rowing shed in excellent working order and adhering to maintenance requirements;
• Organising regattas, camps and rowing related events;
• Establishing a collaborative working relationship with stakeholders such as parents, Friends of Rowing & regulatory bodies; and
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of crews and staff.

About you

To thrive in this role, you will draw upon your passion for rowing and:

• experience developing a high-performance rowing program and crew rowing techniques;
• experience onboarding and leading a team of coaches to develop their performance;
• ability to instill a positive, inclusive and team driven culture;
• sound knowledge of coaching practices and methodologies, competition and guidelines regulations regarding rowing;
• demonstrated success managing and maintaining rowing equipment and property; and
• be a self-starter, with effective organisation and time management skills.

Employment Benefits

In addition to working in a highly professional and collegiate environment, the successful applicant can receive: 

• The opportunity to work with a small, dedicated group of passionate rowers and staff;
• Work life balance through working during the season with no work during the off-season;
• Access to confidential wellbeing and support services;
• Supportive paid parental leave, with superannuation maintained for up to 52 weeks;
• Substantial long service and annual leave entitlements;
• Extensive learning and development opportunities to support career development; and
• Regular opportunities to connect through a vibrant and active social club.

Fintona Girls’ School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Response and Mandatory Reporting Policy and Procedure and Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current Working with Children Check and National Police Check.