Ballkid Team Leader: Lead Training & Events

Tennis Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennis Australia is seeking Ballkid Team Leaders to support the Ballkid Program for the Workday Canberra International as part of the Summer of Tennis. This casual role will help manage ballkids, staff and volunteers during trials, training and tournament mode.

You will work with Ballkid Coordinators and the Ballkid Manager across training, operations and event delivery, ensuring a safe, inclusive and high-quality experience for players, staff and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supervising or leading teams in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and engage with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong teamwork, organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm, resilient and adaptable under pressure.
• A proactive, positive and reliable approach, with a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Tennis, tournament or Ballkids program knowledge is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in coaching, education or participant development is desirable.
• Ability to meet minimum availability requirements for Ballkid and staff training, and full availability during the tournament period.
• Availability to work weekends, public holidays and evenings as required.
• Current Police Check and Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain them.
• Member Protection Declaration required; First Aid certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Ballkid Coordinators and Ballkid Manager across training, operations and event delivery.
• Assist with organising and delivering Ballkid Training Sessions, coordinating ballkids, staff and volunteers, supporting daily rosters and briefings.
• Respond to enquiries, maintaining key communication channels, and assisting with program activities such as inductions, finals squad selection and event briefings.
• Work collaboratively, exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality, and contribute positively to tournament success.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Resilience

Reliability

Job description

Tennis Australia is seeking Ballkid Team Leaders to support the Ballkid Program for the Workday Canberra International as part of the Summer of Tennis. This casual role will help manage ballkids, staff and volunteers during trials, training and tournament mode.

You will work with Ballkid Coordinators and the Ballkid Manager across training, operations and event delivery, ensuring a safe, inclusive and high-quality experience for players, staff and stakeholders.