Development Officer

Little Athletics Queensland; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Athletics Queensland in Brisbane seeks a Development Officer to drive participation growth through school, club and community programs. You will coordinate activities for athletes, students, coaches and officials, while delivering a high-quality participant experience.

The role combines office and field work with regular road travel and requires enthusiasm, self-motivation, and the ability to engage adults and children effectively.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of athletics and Little Athletics preferred.
• Strong communication with teachers, parents and children required.
• Good program planning and delivery skills expected.
• Ability to make effective decisions and stay organised.

Responsibilities

• Organise and deliver programs within schools, clubs and the community to meet athletes' needs.
• Coordinate initiatives to attract new participants and provide a quality experience for current participants.
• Travel regularly by road and work a mix of office and field activities.

Skills

Athletics knowledge

Strong communication

Program planning

Decision making

Coaching

Customer focus

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Sports Management or Business degree

Job description

Little Athletics Queensland - Brisbane QLD

Development Officers play a critical role in the ongoing success of Little Athletics in Queensland. The primary remit is to increase the number of participants in the sport through coordination of programs to attract new participants, while providing a quality experience to those already participating.

Alongside other members of the Development team, the Development Officer will organise and deliver programs within schools, clubs and the community to meet the needs of athletes, students, coaches and officials.

The role requires a self-driven focus on achieving success and the ability to communicate effectively with adults and children. There is a clear focus to grow participation which requires perseverance and enthusiasm, and in return reap the rewards of seeing thousands of children having fun and being their best.

The role requires a mixture of office and field work as well as regular travel by road.

We are seeking people with:

• Knowledge of athletics and particularly Little Athletics
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents and children
• Excellent program planning and delivery skills
• Excellent decision making and organisation
• Good energy and an enjoyment for coaching
• High level of customer focus
• Ability to lead and work effectively with others as part of a team
• Willingness to work effectively in a flexible environment and keep to tight timelines

Essential requirements

• Working with Children and Working with Vulnerable People check
• Drivers licence

Desirable criteria

• Sports Management or Business degree
• Level 1 Coaching Accreditation
• First Aid certificate
• Current Provide and Perform CPR certificate