Game Day & Events Manager

Sports Entertainment Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sports Entertainment Network in Sydney is seeking a Game Day & Events Manager to lead end-to-end game day operations for Sydney Sirens and SEN events. The role oversees planning, delivery, budgeting and post-event reporting.

The successful candidate will coordinate with venues, sponsors and partners, manage multiple events and ensure exceptional fan experiences while maintaining financial controls and timelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in sporting match day delivery.
• Proven experience delivering end-to-end events, including game day operations, logistics and budget management.
• Excellent organisational, communication, stakeholder management and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Game Day Operations & Delivery: Lead planning and execution of all Sydney Sirens pre-season and home games, including logistics, staffing and compliance.
• Game Day Presentation & Fan Experience: Oversee game day presentation, entertainment, production and fan engagement activities.
• Corporate, Commercial & Brand Events: Plan and deliver season launches, sponsor events, networking events and brand activations.
• Budgeting & Financial Management: Prepare and manage budgets, track expenditure and post-event reporting.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Sports Entertainment Network – Sydney CBD NSW

Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) is one of the largest sports media content and entertainment businesses, with the unique capability to deliver brand stories to national and international audiences, across Australia and New Zealand. This is achieved via multiple platforms including radio, print, television, digital, in-stadium and events. SEN is a dynamic sport led business on an exciting growth journey and we’re looking for match fit talent to join our passionate team.

About the Role

The Game Day & Events Manager is responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination and delivery of Sydney Sirens pre-season and home games, alongside a diverse calendar of corporate, commercial and brand events across Sydney Sirens and Sports Entertainment Network (SEN).

This hands on role will oversee all aspects of game day operations, presentation and fan engagement, ensuring exceptional experiences for fans, members, corporate partners and stakeholders. The role will also manage events including season launches, corporate breakfasts and lunches, sponsor functions, networking events and other key SEN initiatives.

Working collaboratively with internal teams, venues, suppliers and commercial partners, the Game Day & Events Manager will take ownership of assigned events from initial planning through to execution, financial reconciliation and post-event reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Game Day Operations & Delivery

• Lead the planning and execution of all Sydney Sirens pre-season and home games, including operational logistics, staffing, accreditation, venue requirements and compliance.
• Develop and manage game day operational plans, run sheets, schedules and checklists.
• Act as the key operational contact for venues, Netball Australia, broadcasters, suppliers and relevant stakeholders.

Game Day Presentation & Fan Experience

• Oversee game day presentation, entertainment, production and fan engagement activities, including MCs, talent, music and on-court activations.
• Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams to deliver sponsor activations, branded experiences and promotional initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the game day experience for fans, members and corporate partners.

Corporate, Commercial & Brand Events

• Plan and deliver events across Sydney Sirens and SEN, including season launches, corporate functions, sponsor events, networking opportunities, awards nights and brand activations.
• Manage all event logistics, including venue sourcing, suppliers, catering, entertainment, production, invitations, RSVPs and guest communications.
• Develop event proposals, budgets, timelines and operational documentation, ensuring successful delivery within agreed budgets.

Budgeting & Financial Management

• Prepare and manage game day and event budgets, monitor expenditure and negotiate supplier agreements.
• Oversee financial administration, including purchase orders, invoicing, reconciliations and post-event financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to maximise efficiencies while maintaining high delivery standards.

Key Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in sporting match day delivery
• Proven experience delivering end-to-end events, including game day operations, logistics and budget management.
• Excellent organisational, communication, stakeholder management and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinker with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering memorable experiences.
• Proactive, confident and flexible approach to changing business needs.

The successful candidate will be a highly organised, hands-on event professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional game day and event experiences.

Sports Entertainment Network is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates, including people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.