Are you a creative and organised communications professional with a passion for sport and community engagement? Netball NSW is looking for an enthusiastic individual to support and enhance content and communication strategies. 

NETBALL NSW OVERVIEW 

Netball NSW is a not-for-profit organisation, governed by a Board of Directors and managed by professional staff. Netball NSW is the peak state sporting organisation responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of netball throughout New South Wales and is a member organisation of Netball Australia. 

Netball NSW provides the framework for approximately 115,000 registered members and over 150,000 total participants to enjoy netball at all levels throughout New South Wales. Our sport continues to grow both on and off the court and much of this success can be attributed to the wide range of programs, facilities and services Netball NSW offers to its members and participants - from the grassroots level through to the elite, professional level.

Netball NSW has a proud history of elite netball teams and athletes’ performances in national and international competition. Over 300 athletes have proudly represented NSW in elite competition since the inception of the national netball league in 1997 and then the ANZ Championship.  2017 saw the introduction of the Suncorp Super Netball, the top Australian domestic competition which includes two NSW elite teams, the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the communications coordinator is to support the communication department in executing and monitoring communications to the Netball Community. This role involves writing and creating content designed to tell stories that help increase participation of netball and engage the wider netball community. Work closely with the Communications Manager to execute communication plans and extend the reach of the Netball NSW, GIANTS Netball and NSW Swifts storytelling to new and engaged audiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create compelling and engaging content across various digital platforms.
• Draft and edit content for EDMs, website articles, press releases and social content.
• Develop and promote content on NNSW website and social platforms
• Create/collate communications and social media reports.
• Develop content calendar for social media activity across Netball NSW channels, including content capture opportunities.
• Help the marketing and communications team with creative brainstorming sessions for content.
• Manage NNSW website updates
• Manage NNSW event calendar
• Assist the marketing team with communication and content tasks and other duties as assigned.
• Support public and media relations work.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Candidates for the position will require a range of personal and professional skills including:

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications e.g. public relations, communications, marketing or related
• Strong writing skills
• High level of creativity
• Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current driver’s license

Knowledge and skills

• Strong writing skills
• High level of creativity
• An understanding of the sporting culture and not for profit organisations (desirable).
• A high level of computer expertise covering Microsoft Office, predominantly Powerpoint, Excel and Word.
• Excellent phone manner and written skills
• High level interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, plan work programs, meets deadlines and manages time effectively.
• Experience in working independently and as an integral part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail

Personal attributes

• Professional and proactive attitude.
• Problem-solving and positive attitude to chance
• Passionate and prepared to go above and beyond.
• Commitment to Netball NSW Values.
• Acknowledge that flexible work hours may be required on various occasions.
• Effective relationship building and influencing skills
• Well-developed interpersonal, engagement and communication capabilities.

CHILD SAFE ORGANISATION

Please note: Netball NSW is committed to protecting Children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. All candidates must have a valid Working with Children Check.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Netball NSW is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; the LGBTQIA+ community; and other under-represented groups.

WHY WORK FOR US?

NNSW strives to offer a range of benefits to support a healthy work environment and a sustainable work-life balance, no matter your role and stage in life.

• Additional leave day for your Birthday;
• Free parking for those that have to drive to work or 800m walk to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station;
• NNSW funded membership with the Connected Membership exclusively for Sydney Olympic Park employees, residents and students providing everyday discounts and exclusive offers including free admission offers and discounted tickets for events at Sydney Olympic Park.
• Free and discounted tickets to NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball home games;
• Pawsivity - bring your four-legged friend to work so you can enjoy their happy presence while you work;
• Wellness programs including: our Employment Assistance Program (EAP); NNSW lunchtime league social sports teams in volleyball, netball, soccer and touch footy.