Job Description
Club Membership & Development Coordinator
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McCrae VIC
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20d ago , from Sailing Australia Job Board
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Part-time - 16 flexible hours per week, plus 4 hours on Saturday mornings during the sailing season. Increased hours may be available for clubhouse functions and additional Saturday or seasonal work.
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Reports to
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McCrae Yacht Club Commodore
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Location
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McCrae, Victoria
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Hours
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Part-time - 16 flexible hours per week, plus 4 hours on Saturday mornings during the sailing season. Increased hours may be available for clubhouse functions and additional Saturday or seasonal work.
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Remuneration
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$***** per hour plus superannuation
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About the Opportunity
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McCrae Yacht Club is seeking a proactive, organised and community-minded person to support the club's growth, strengthen its member experience and build stronger connections across the local community.
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Working closely with the Commodore, General Committee and club volunteers, this varied, hands-on role spans membership, sponsorship, clubhouse hire, communications, community engagement and grants. The club has an existing administrator responsible for routine administration; this is a specialised growth, engagement and delivery position.
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Key Responsibilities
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Membership Growth & Member Experience
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Coordinate membership enquiries, onboarding, renewals, communications, records, the online platform and fee collection processes.
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Develop practical initiatives to attract recent members, improve engagement and strengthen membership retention.
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Sponsorship & Partnerships
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Proactively identify, approach and follow up prospective local sponsors and community partners.
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Develop,



present and submit professional sponsorship proposals and packages, manage agreed benefits and evaluate outcomes.
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Clubhouse Hire & Function Delivery
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Administer clubhouse hire enquiries, bookings, agreements, scheduling, pricing and external liaison, coordinating bookings with club activities.
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Personally coordinate and deliver functions on site, including hirer welcome, access, setup, operational oversight, issue resolution, close-down and handover. Functions may occur during evenings or weekends.
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Communications, Community Engagement & Grants
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Maintain the club's website, social media, digital screens and communication channels, promoting programs, racing, regattas, events and achievements.
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Build relationships with local schools, community groups, businesses and organisations and promote the club as a welcoming community hub.
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Identify suitable grant opportunities and prepare, submit and administer formal applications, including reporting and acquittals.
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About You
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You will be a confident relationship-builder who can work independently, follow through on commitments and operate effectively within a volunteer-led community organisation.
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Essential Skills & Experience
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Strong organisation, initiative and attention to detail, with the flexibility to work independently and balance priorities.
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Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building and presentation skills, including confidence presenting opportunities to businesses, community stakeholders and large groups.
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Experience in sponsorship, sales, partnerships, fundraising or business development, with the willingness and confidence to cold call, follow up leads and actively pursue opportunities.
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Strong proposal-writing skills, including the ability to prepare professional sponsorship, partnership, funding or grant proposals.
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Experience with a CRM, membership database or similar online platform, digital communications, website content and social media, plus the willingness to learn Club Sailing Manager and other club systems.
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The confidence and practical capability to personally coordinate and deliver clubhouse functions on site.
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A current Working with Children Check and satisfactory National Police Check, or the willingness to obtain both before commencing employment.
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Highly Regarded
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Experience in a community, sporting, membership-based or not-for-profit organisation; grant administration experience; or an interest in sailing, sport and community participation.
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Why Join McCrae Yacht Club?
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A broad role with genuine scope to improve the club's member experience and community reach.
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Flexible part-time hours and the opportunity to shape systems, communications and growth initiatives.
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A welcoming bayside environment supported by committed volunteers and an active membership.
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McCrae Yacht Club welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to an inclusive, respectful and community-focused environment.

📌 Club Membership & Development Coordinator (Victoria)
🏢 Sailing Australia Job Board
📍 Victoria