About the role

In this role you will be responsible for leading the development, delivery and promotion of Tennis SA's tournament pathway, supporting players from their first competitive experience through to professional-level competition. You will manage the annual tournament calendar, ensuring events are delivered to a high standard and aligned with participation, athlete development and Tennis Australia priorities. You will provide education, guidance and support to Tournament Directors, helping build capability and consistency across events throughout South Australia, and act as Tournament Director for key Tennis SA and South Australian Pro Tour events, working closely with clubs, councils, officials and Tennis Australia to deliver outstanding experiences. You will drive innovation and growth across competitive play, identifying new opportunities, developing complementary disciplines, and enhancing tournament offerings in line with participation and lifestyle.

Key responsibilities

- Lead the development, delivery and promotion of Tennis SA's tournament pathway, supporting players from their first competitive experience through to professional-level competition

- Manage the annual tournament calendar, ensuring events are delivered to a high standard and aligned with participation, athlete development and Tennis Australia priorities

- Provide education, guidance and support to Tournament Directors, helping build capability and consistency across events throughout South Australia

- Act as Tournament Director for key Tennis SA and South Australian Pro Tour events, working closely with clubs, councils, officials and Tennis Australia to deliver outstanding experiences

- Drive innovation and growth across competitive play, identifying new opportunities, developing complementary disciplines, and enhancing tournament offerings in line with participation and lifestyle





About you

- Bring experience in sports administration, event management, competitions or tournament delivery, with a passion for creating exceptional participant experiences

- Be highly organised and able to manage multiple events, stakeholders and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Have solid relationship-building skills and enjoy working collaboratively with clubs, volunteers, officials, players and internal teams

- Be a proactive problem solver who can identify opportunities to improve processes, grow participation and enhance event delivery

- Communicate confidently and effectively, with the ability to educate, influence and support a broad range of stakeholders

- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check

- Be prepared to be flexible with working hours, including some evenings and weekends to support tournament and event delivery

About us

At Tennis SA, we're creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court. We're a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference.

Benefits

- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating a more playful world through tennis for everyone

- Play a key role in shaping and delivering South Australia's competitive tennis pathway, from grassroots tournaments through to professional events

- Enjoy career development opportunities through formal training, professional development and on-the-job learning

- Access a range of wellbeing initiatives, including monthly wellbeing activities, recognition programs and health-focused benefits

- Work alongside clubs, players, volunteers and partners to make a genuine impact on the growth and future of tennis in South Australia

📌 Tournament Lead (Adelaide)
🏢 Tennis Australia
📍 Adelaide