Job Description

Bring your event expertise and volleyball knowledge to the delivery of great sporting experiences.

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Volleyball Australia is the national governing body for volleyball, supporting growth in participation, performance and the profile of the sport across Australia.

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We are seeking an experienced Events Manager to take responsibility for allocated events and projects, from planning and budgeting through to delivery, reporting and review.

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Working with the Head of Events and General Manager - Event Operations, you will turn strategic priorities into well-organised events that meet agreed outcomes, budgets, contractual commitments, competition regulations and VA standards. The immediate focus will be on planning and delivering the 2026/27 Australian Beach Volleyball Tour.

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This is a practical role requiring ownership, sound judgement and attention to detail across multiple events and competing deadlines.

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- Event planning and delivery: Lead event plans, timelines and operational delivery, coordinating competition management, venues, accreditation, sports presentation, broadcast, logistics, travel and stakeholder servicing.
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- Financial management: Develop and manage event budgets, monitor income, expenditure, commitments and cash flow, manage procurement and suppliers, and address variances within delegated authority.
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- Risk, safety and safeguarding: Maintain risk,



contingency and safety plans; coordinate emergency arrangements and briefings; implement safeguarding requirements and workforce clearances; and promptly escape concerns, incidents and delivery risks.
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- Workforce coordination: Coordinate rostering, induction, briefings and supervision of event staff, contractors and volunteers within approved resources, providing clear direction and escalating concerns.
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- Relationships and communications: Work closely with Member Associations, partners, venues, suppliers and participants, coordinate event communications and keep colleagues informed of changes affecting their work.
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- Reporting and improvement: Maintain accurate records, meet internal and external reporting obligations, lead post-event reviews and implement agreed improvements.
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- Practical event support: Contribute to set-up, pack-down and equipment handling across the broader Events portfolio.
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Allocations may change to reflect organisational priorities, workloads and event requirements.

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You are proactive, reliable and comfortable taking accountability for outcomes. You build positive working relationships, communicate clearly and remain organised when circumstances change.

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- At least three years' experience planning and delivering complex events or projects in sport,



event management or a comparable environment, including budget management.
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- Experience in volleyball or beach volleyball, with knowledge of competition structures and the event environment.
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- The ability to apply competition rules and event procedures and develop working knowledge across both volleyball disciplines.
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- Strong organisational and communication skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to manage competing deadlines, stakeholders and risks.
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- The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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- Work rights permitting full-time employment in Australia and the relevant Working with Children or Working with Vulnerable People clearance.
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Experience with competition draws, schedules and results systems, national or international sporting events, and wide-ranging event stakeholders will be highly regarded. A current driver's licence is desirable.

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Regular domestic travel is required, along with evening and weekend work from time to time. Peak event periods may involve extended hours and practical set-up and pack-down duties. Additional hours will be reasonable and managed in accordance with applicable workplace laws and VA policies.

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Questions about the recruitment process, including requests for adjustments:
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Volleyball Australia welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and is committed to protecting children and young people. Relevant screening is required before appointment.

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📌 Events Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Sportspeople
📍 Adelaide