In this role you will:

• Support the implementation of the TV strategy to 2027 (and development of new strategies beyond this) with a focus on communicating and promoting tennis and its complementary disciplines as a sport for all.
• Lead the Profile pillar of the TV strategy to 2027 and a committed team delivering on the key projects within this pillar and supporting the other key pillars of the strategy.
• Lead the development and delivery of a communications strategy that supports delivery of the Tennis Victoria strategy.
• Ensure Tennis Victoria's communications reach every aspect of Victorian life - building and using diverse and inclusive strategies and delivery channels.
• Lead the use of digital communications to drive participation across Victoria.
• Build events management capacity within the TV team to enhance the participant experience of TV's corporate events, tournaments and competitions whilst also driving efficiencies across event planning and delivery.
• Lead and manage the Profile and Partnerships team achieving KPIs and building a positive collaborative culture that ensures work is integrated across the whole organisation.
• Drive the Partnerships plan and diversifying revenue streams for Tennis Victoria whilst leveraging TV assets.
• Support the CEO in the wider leadership of, and planning for, Tennis Victoria as an active member of the TV Executive Team.

About you

What you will bring to the role:

• Extensive experience in marketing and communications and publicity, preferably in a sporting environment.
• High level experience in the full range of marketing, digital, copy and content development, public relations, and communications projects.
• Excellent written and communications skills, with a high level of proficiency in content writing and ability to write to a high standard.
• Demonstrated understanding of emerging brand and marketing trends including developments in new media.
• Experience with WordPress CMS, Airtable, Workday, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft 360 Dynamics (desirable).
• You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

What's in it for you?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities.
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities through our Thrive program.
• Tickets to the Australian Open.
• Onsite gym & tennis facilities.
• Flexible working practices & free car parking.
• Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners.

To Apply

If you think you're up to the challenge, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. A copy of the position description can be found here.

Tennis Victoria is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

Tennis is a sport that is open for all and we want our team to reflect the communities we work and play in. Diversity in our Tennis community and our workplace is a strength and a pillar of our sport.  We take great pride in providing a working environment that allows people to be their authentic self, and offers the flexibility that our people need to thrive both at work and at home.

Fostering a workplace that is diverse and equitable is a high priority for Tennis Victoria. We strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. 

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact recruit@tennis.com.au.