About
us:
Sports Entertainment Network is a sports media content and entertainment business, with the unique capability to deliver brand stories to audiences across Australia via multiple platforms including radio, print, television, digital, in-stadium and events.
Based in Melbourne, you will play a key role within our SEN Teams business.
SEN Teams owns and operates a growing portfolio of professional sporting clubs, including the Bendigo Spirit, Perth Lynx and Melbourne Mavericks.
About
the role and you:
As Community Development Manager, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of community engagement programs across the Bendigo Spirit and Melbourne Mavericks, while providing operational support to the Perth Lynx community program. From school visits and clinics to player appearances and community events, you will help create meaningful experiences that positively impact the communities our Clubs represent.
Key Responsibilities
Community Program Coordination
- Coordinate the end-to-end delivery of community programs, clinics, school visits, player appearances and community events.
- Deliver community engagement initiatives in line with each Club’s Annual Community Plan and agreed objectives.
- Coordinate community engagement requests and gather stakeholder requirements for General Manager review and approval.
- Schedule and coordinate players, coaches, staff and volunteers for community programs and appearances.
- Manage bookings for schools, clubs, community organisations and corporate partners.
Event Planning & Delivery
- Prepare event documentation including run sheets, schedules and operational plans.
- Complete risk assessments and ensure all community activities comply with Club policies and WHS requirements.
- Coordinate participant communications, registrations and event confirmations.
- Manage event logistics including equipment, travel, staffing and venue requirements.
- Represent the Club professionally at community events, clinics and appearances.
- Provide on-site event management as required to ensure community programs are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the first point of contact for community engagement enquiries from schools, community organisations and key stakeholders.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with schools, community groups, local organisations and delivery partners.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to coordinate community engagement opportunities and operational requirements.
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders throughout the planning and delivery process.
Reporting & Administration
- Monitor attendance, participation and program outcomes and prepare post-event reports.
- Maintain accurate records of community engagement activities, participant data and program delivery.
- Support the continuous improvement of community programs by providing operational feedback and recommendations.
- Assist with general administration to support the effective operation of the Community team.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience coordinating community programs preferred
- Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- High level of proficiency across Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
- Outstanding attention to detail and strong administrative capability.
- Ability to problem solve, adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure.
- Current Victorian Driver Licence
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support community events and activations.
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.
