At Tennis, our vision is to create a Playful World through Tennis, for Everyone.

Tennis is more than a sport. It has the power to change lives by delivering health benefits, galvanising communities, and developing champions. The people who work at Tennis are team players: they are imaginative, humble, collaborative and, above all, excellent. They understand the fun and entertainment that our sport delivers, but also the social, commercial and community impact we have.

We are all about people on court and interested in our sport, from grassroots participation, all the way through to Grand Slams. If you are ready to harness the power of Tennis to create a more playful world, we want you on our team!

About the role

We are looking for an Inclusion & Community Manager to join our NSW team on a permanent full-time basis. This role will play a key role in driving the implementation of Tennis NSW's strategic initiatives, including the Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025. The role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, both internally and externally, to develop and implement strategic, sustainable programs and events. These initiatives will be rolled out through venues, coaches, and the broader Tennis delivery network to foster participation and growth across the sport.

Reporting to the Head of Venue & Community Development, this role will contribute to shaping future strategies aimed at expanding tennis in culturally and racially marginalised communities, while amplifying our impact through community-focused programs and initiatives in partnership with the Australian Tennis Foundation.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate with the Tennis Development Team and internal and external partners to create welcoming environments and drive inclusive practices for underrepresented groups
• Develop and implement data-driven, sustainable strategies and resources to support diversity and inclusion
• Lead key projects such as the Adaptive Tennis Development Project and First Nations Regional Engagement Project
• Partner with the Head of Venue & Community Development to shape and execute strategic plans, while overseeing the rollout of Tennis NSW's DE&I frameworks
• Manage the administering of the First Nations Advisory Group and RAP Working Group
• Partner with the Inclusion Participation Coordinator to plan and deliver NSW Inclusion Events
• Support the onboarding of venues and coaches for inclusion and diversity initiatives
• Maintain strong partnerships with the Australian Tennis Foundation and represent Tennis NSW in Tennis Australia network meetings, advocating for NSW's inclusion and community priorities

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• Demonstrated experience in Community Development, or Diversity, Equity & Inclusion management roles
• Lived experience or significant community experience relating to our diversity focus communities (preferred)
• Experience within the Sport & Recreation sector (preferred)
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• A current driver's licence and ability to travel domestically for events as required
• 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! For more information and a copy of the position description, please click here. Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. 

Tennis NSW 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.

Fostering a workplace that is diverse and equitable is a high priority for Tennis NSW. 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.