Sport Transformation Leader - Participation & Strategy

Surf Life Saving Victoria; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Saving Victoria in Port Melbourne, Melbourne, is seeking a Senior Manager – Sport, Participation and Transformation to provide strategic leadership across lifesaving sport, participation and organisational transformation within LSV.

You will lead the implementation of the Sport Strategy, drive participation growth, improve event delivery, strengthen workforce sustainability and support the long‑term financial viability of lifesaving sport.

Hybrid working arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in sport, participation, major events or a comparable operational environment.
• Proven success leading transformation programs and implementing strategic initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes.
• Strong experience in change management, stakeholder engagement and navigating complex environments with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sport, Participation and Transformation function, driving strategy, performance, participation growth and operational excellence across the portfolio.
• Deliver significant sport and competition reform initiatives, improving event delivery models, workforce practices, service standards and stakeholder outcomes.
• Lead participation and growth strategies that strengthen retention, accessibility, progression pathways and member engagement across the lifesaving movement.
• Champion safety, risk management and operational readiness across the sport portfolio, ensuring high-quality and sustainable event delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with clubs, volunteers, councils, committees and key stakeholders to support successful change and ongoing development.
• Drive financial sustainability through strategic planning, budget management, performance monitoring and initiatives that improve the long-term viability of lifesaving sport.

Skills

Leadership experience

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & financial oversight

Job description

Life Saving Victoria in Port Melbourne, Melbourne, is seeking a Senior Manager – Sport, Participation and Transformation to provide strategic leadership across lifesaving sport, participation and organisational transformation within LSV.

You will lead the implementation of the Sport Strategy, drive participation growth, improve event delivery, strengthen workforce sustainability and support the long‑term financial viability of lifesaving sport.

Hybrid working arrangements apply.