Inclusive Community Sport & Recreation Developer

Merri-bek; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

Hybrid work

Training & career development

Wellness programs

Parental leave options

Job summary

Merri-bek City Council invites applications for a Sport and Recreation Development Officer. Based in Coburg with hybrid working, the role focuses on supporting local sport clubs, associations, and community groups to strengthen governance, inclusivity, and participation in sport and physical activity across Merri-bek.

You will partner with clubs, government bodies and internal teams to deliver recreation planning, policy work and key initiatives, including Active Merri-bek, while advancing

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification or substantial demonstrated experience in sport or recreation management, community development or related field.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with sporting clubs, associations and community groups.
• Provide specialist advice and practical support to strengthen club governance and sustainability.
• Contribute to recreation planning, policy development and major projects such as Active Merri-bek programs.
• Support initiatives addressing participation barriers and promote equitable access.
• Collaborate with State Sporting Associations, government and Council teams to deliver outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Governance support

Community development

Inclusion and participation

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in sport/recreation

Tools

Driver’s Licence

Working with Children Check

Job description

Merri-bek City Council invites applications for a Sport and Recreation Development Officer. Based in Coburg with hybrid working, the role focuses on supporting local sport clubs, associations, and community groups to strengthen governance, inclusivity, and participation in sport and physical activity across Merri-bek.

You will partner with clubs, government bodies and internal teams to deliver recreation planning, policy work and key initiatives, including Active Merri-bek, while advancing