Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference:
******
Location:
**** - MILE END
Job status:
Short Term Contract
Eligibility:
Open to Everyone
About us
The Office for Recreation, Sport
and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government
agency for sport, active recreation and racing. ORSR supports
sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the
community by providing leadership and support through the
development and delivery of funding, policy, programs,
infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance
pathways.
The ORSR offices are located at the South Australian Sports
Institute on the fringe of the Adelaide CBD at Mile End. Check out
the video below for a look behind the scenes at our
state-of-the-art facilities.

For more information about our agency, please visit:
Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing | orsr.sa.gov.au
About the Division - Sector Capability and
Partnerships
The Sector Capability and Partnerships division takes a
strategic and integrated approach to developing and delivering
sport and active recreation initiatives that promote diversity,
equity and sustainability. The division focuses on supporting the
sport, recreation and racing sector to create inclusive and
welcoming environments that encourage lifelong participation,
helping to build and sustain a proud, active, and connected
community.
Role Highlights
Exciting opportunity to expand and deliver a program at a
statewide level
Foster innovation and inclusive practices across the
sector
Flexible work environment within a supportive and
collaborative culture
Role Details
The Senior Project Officer,
Growing for Gold is responsible for coordinating the statewide
implementation, delivery and evaluation of the Growing for Gold
project. The role is responsible for planning, developing and




delivering this project across metropolitan and regional South
Australia, ensuring robust alignment with Government priorities
and ORSR's strategic outcomes. This includes fostering
innovation and growth within the sector, promoting inclusive
practices, building the capability of paid staff and
volunteers, and increasing participation in sport and active
recreation. The role will establish and maintain effective
partnerships with state sporting organisations, state
recreation organisations, industry bodies, local government and
community organisations to successfully deliver program
outcomes at scale. The position also provides expert advice and
support across ORSR and contributes to broader strategic
initiatives, ensuring the Growing for Gold program integrates
with wider participation and sector development priorities.
Special Conditions
The Incumbent will be required to participate in the
Agency's Performance Management Program.
The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this
remuneration level or equivalent.
Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be
required.
This role requires a working with children check.
Essential
Tertiary qualifications in Sport and Recreation Management,
Project Management, Community Engagement, or other relevant
fields.
Classification
ASO5 - Administrative
Services Officer
Salary Range
$92,112 - $102,456 p.a.
Duration
Up to 12 months
Enquiries to
Bridget Senyszyn - Manager,
Projects and Partnerships
Phone: ************
Email: ******
Applications close:
06/08/2026 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- Senior Project Officer, Growing for Gold (ASO5) - Role Statement - Jun ****.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Senior Project Officer, Growing For Gold (Adelaide)
🏢 Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
📍 Adelaide