Schools Engagement Manager (12 month fixed-term)

Netball Australia (NA) is the driving force behind netball in Australia, shaping the game from grassroots to greatness. As a proud member of World Netball (WN), NA oversees national teams, the elite Suncorp Super Netball league, and fosters the sport at every level, from local courts to the global stage. For nearly 100 years, NA has led, inspired, and supported opportunities for thousands of communities and millions of Australians to play, deliver, watch, and love our sport.

About The Role

This exciting position will be responsible for implementing and evaluating school engagement strategies, including developing and improving access for Netball in schools through advocacy to increase participation in the sport overall. The focus shall be on the delivery of the education-sector component of the Australian Netball pathway, and its associated program and products. This role will predominantly be based at Netball Australia HQ (Fitzroy) on a 12-month, fixed-term basis covering Parental Leave. The successful candidate can commence in Dec 2025 or Jan 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend scalable versus bespoke engagement strategies for schools.
• Use ActivXchange / Kinetica or similar platform to identify and prioritise schools for engagement with Netball / Sporting Schools programs.
• Support teacher engagement via Member Organisations Teacher Ambassador programs and provide follow-up resources.
• Build internal capacity by providing training and guidance to Member Organisations to ensure they have necessary skills and knowledge to engage effectively with primary and secondary schools.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder databases for schools including Sporting Schools.
• Coordinate, facilitate or support school engagement activities as required to enhance awareness and participation, build relationships, and gather stakeholder feedback.
• Develop and standardise engaging presentation materials with some customisation flexibility.
• Lead the review, development and implementation of a three-year national school engagement strategy focussed on entry level WWNSG, First Nations, All Abilities and the provision of supporting resources.
• Collaborate with the WWNSG Manager to leverage the rebrand into schools.
• Coordinate with Media and Marketing Team to increase Netball brand awareness and program visibility.
• Build and maintain relationships with key influencers, community leaders, and partners to amplify our message and reach.
• Complete all reporting requirements, including those relating to government funding as well as program evaluation.

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What We Offer

The role is based at Netball’s Head Office in Fitzroy / Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung country where you will be spoilt for choice on great coffee spots! Given the nature of the sports industry and the domestic & global reach of our organisation, travelling and working outside of Netball HQ and traditional office hours may be required. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with their new Manager.

We reserve the right to shortlist & interview prior to the advertisement expiry. Netball Australia takes safeguarding responsibilities seriously and provides an environment that is safe for child and adult beneficiaries. All successful candidates will undergo a criminal record and Working with Children check prior to employment and must be able to hold valid checks at all times throughout their employment. We promote a diverse, inclusive and safe environment for all.

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