Water Polo WA overview

Water Polo WA (WPWA) is a not-for-profit and the State Sporting Association for the sport of water polo in Western Australia and member of Water Polo Australia (WPA). Our purpose is to lead, grow & support water polo across WA, creating environments for our individuals and communities to thrive both in and out of the water.

Following our Whole of Sport review, the sport in WA is at a significant and exciting point in time to harness and grow its footprint across the State. As the momentum builds towards the Brisbane 2032, WPWA is setting itself to deliver on recommendations, develop positive environments and maintain the strong histroy of the sport in WA. 

Position Overview

Water Polo WA is seeking a Participation Coordinator to engage with schools and communities to grow the sport of water polo across Western Australia. This position will play an instrumental role in supporting the growth of the game from introductory and inclusion programs through to Club participation. Includes the collaboration, design and implementation of water polo programs and school clinics across metro & regional WA. 

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys community engagement and relationship building, whilst having a positive, energetic and growth orientated mindset. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support and deliver WPWA’s community strategy across all areas of participation engagement and development, aligned to WPWA and Water Polo Australia frameworks.
• Lead statewide participation growth, across schools, clubs, flippaball and social competitions
• Contribute to initiatives that increase participation, retention and re-engagement across all ages and abilities
• Review participation trends and identify growth opportunities across metro & regional WA
• Build and maintain relationships with clubs, schools, education stakeholders and facilities to support sustainable program delivery across the State
• Support pathways from school programs into club and community participation
• Work collaboratively with Clubs to support participation growth and retention initiatives
• Provide operational support, resources and advice to Clubs delivering community & introductory programs
• Assist with promotion of participation programs through appropriate communication channels
• Collect and maintain participation data, including program delivery, school engagement and community initiatives
• Assist with reporting against grant funded outcomes, State and Water Polo Australia census data requirements
• Ensure participation programs comply with child safeguarding and member protection requirements
• Support clear conversion pathways across grassroots
• Design, lead and support the delivery of diversity and inclusion initiatives
• Work collaboratively with Officials and Workforce Coordinator in the delivery of programs and initiatives
• Budget management
• Work closely and collaboratively with WPWA staff to support aligned outcomes for Club

Required Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Demonstrated experience in school engagement and/or participation programs 
• Experience with program development, implementation and delivery
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with schools, community groups, families and other stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Commitment to providing safe and inclusive environments
• High level of integrity
• Excellent communication skills and ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work independently
• Budget management 
• Current WA Working with Children Check
• C-Class Drivers Licence
• Adhere to privacy and confidentiality procedures and other policies as set by Water Polo WA, including child safeguarding

Desirable

• Tertiary qualification in Education, recreation, Community Development (or similar)
• Experience with Sporting School grants
• Experience with database management and learning platforms
• Experience in water polo &/or not-for-profit organisations
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Skilled in Microsoft Office software

Working Environment

• Permanent part time (0.8FTE - 32 hours per week)
• Regional travel required
• This position may require hours outside of normal business hours, including weekends and evenings on occasion
• Attendance at pre-determined Water Polo WA events and activities is expected
• Employees will be offered time in lieu in line with Water Polo WA policies
• Flexible working arrangements apply

Water Polo WA is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Our members, volunteers and employees understand that child safety is everyone’s responsibility. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect. We are committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect them. This includes but is not limited to the cultural safety of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children, children from diverse cultural, linguistic, and/or religious backgrounds, children who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex (LGBTI), and children with a disability. 

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory proof of eligibility to work in Australia, reference checks, a Police Check and a Working With Children Check. All applicants must have a current Western Australia Driver’s Licence.