- Shape the future of women's basketball during transformative period
- Drive strategic growth in premier national sporting league
- Convenient office location of Queens Road, Melbourne
About Us
The NBL Group, in partnership with the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate, is redefining the future of women’s basketball in Australia. The Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) is preparing to embark on a transformative journey to enhance its visibility, engagement, and impact on the sports landscape, from April 2025.
With a commitment to fostering growth and innovation, the NBL Group aims to elevate the WNBL to new heights, building on a legacy of excellence while creating sustainable opportunities for athletes, fans, and communities across Australia.
What You'll Do
As Club Growth & Engagement Manager, you'll coordinate the WNBL's annual planning cycle and develop strong foundations for collaboration with clubs and key stakeholders. Reporting to the WNBL Chief Executive Officer and the NBL Chief Fans, Clubs & Strategy Officer, you'll drive strategic initiatives that support growth and sustainability across the league.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Implementation
- Develop and manage the WNBL annual planning calendar and business strategy
- Drive alignment of resources between WNBL team and clubs
- Coordinate key planning milestones and stakeholder meetings
- Support major strategic initiatives and business decisions
Club Growth & Engagement
- Work with clubs to identify growth opportunities and support needs
- Advocate for club interests within the WNBL organization
- Facilitate connections between clubs and key WNBL/NBL personnel
- Drive collaboration and efficiency across departments
Process & Policy Development
- Implement information sharing platforms for stakeholders
- Coordinate development of league policies and guidelines
- Support executive team with key presentations and meetings
- Monitor industry trends and generate insights for clubs
What You Bring
We're looking for someone with proven and senior experience in a similar strategic planning or club development role, with a track record of:
- Exceptional planning and project management skills, with proven ability to manage multiple initiatives under tight deadlines
- Strong analytical mindset to identify trends, process data, and develop future-focused strategies that drive sustainable growth
- Outstanding stakeholder management skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all levels
- Experience leading collaborative workstreams with high degree of independence
- Proven ability to adapt and succeed in dynamic, changing environments
- Strong communication skills with ability to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively
- Creative problem-solver with experience optimizing resources and outcomes
- High attention to detail with strong process development skills
- Understanding of the Australian sporting landscape, with women's sport experience highly regarded
Why Join Us?
- Shape the Future of Women's Basketball: Be part of a groundbreaking transition for the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) as it enters a historic new era under the leadership of the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate and NBL.
- Strategic Growth Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility, operations, and competitive success of the WNBL ahead of the 2025/26 season.
- Cultural Impact: Contribute to elevating women's sports and creating sustainable opportunities for athletes and communities across Australia.
Why Wait?
Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact on women’s sports in Australia.
The WNBL is dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. We wholeheartedly embrace individual differences and warmly welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations peoples.