Salary: $42,000 – $62,000 per month

Job Type: Part-time

Remote: Hybrid

Position: National Talent Operations CoordinatorContract: Part time (3 days per week), fixed term until 30 June 2027, with the possibility of extensionSalary: Competitive package based on experienceLocation: Hybrid – Softball Australia (SA) Head Office, Albert Park, MelbourneReports to: National Talent Pathway ManagerStart date: As soon as possibleAbout Softball AustraliaSoftball Australia is the national sporting organisation for softball, with eight member states and territories, more than 23,000 members and over 100,000 players, from grassroots to elite. Our vision is that softball is for everybody, inspiring heroes on the world stage. We do well, we do good, and we have fun.We exist for our members and govern the sport to ensure integrity, safety, inclusivity and respectful environments at all levels. Softball Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion.Help build Australia's next generation of softball starsEvery athlete wearing the green and gold started somewhere. Softball Australia is looking for a National Talent Operations Coordinator to make sure our national age-group programs run smoothly, so athletes and coaches can focus on getting better.You’ll look after the operational side of our pathway programs, including training camps, national championships, domestic tournaments, international tours and preparation programs. You’ll coordinate travel and logistics, support budgets and administration, and keep athletes, coaches, families, state associations and service providers informed every step of the way.It’s a chance to play a real part in developing athletes and coaches on their way to senior Australian representation, with the road to the LA 2028 Olympics underway.What you'll doPathway logistics and travelCoordinate team travel with SA's travel partner, including flights, accommodation, ground transport,



visas and mealsBe the first point of contact for athletes, coaches, performance support staff and SA stakeholders on talent pathway operations and logisticsLiaise with WBSC, tournament LOCs, the AIS and other event stakeholders to secure bookings and meet tournament compliance requirementsCommunicate itineraries, travel details and logistics plans to athletes, staff, team managers and volunteersManage freight and equipment movements, including customs and international transportHelp collect and maintain athlete documentation such as passports, visas, medical, dietary and consent formsReview and document team logistics processes, and keep them current with an annual reviewUniforms and equipmentOversee uniform ordering, sizing, distribution and inventory tracking, in line with SA's Style Guide and partner agreementsCoordinate equipment with suppliers, keep records of issued items and manage replacements and returnsKeep stock at the right levels, complete quarterly stock takes and the annual end-of-financial-year stock take, including value-in-kind (VIK)Planning and supportMaintain program calendars and daily schedules for camps and toursSupport the National Talent Pathway Manager to deliver international and domestic camps, tours, talent ID events and pathway projectsRun post-event feedback surveys after each camp, tour or tournamentReconcile financial and corporate card accounts monthly with SA's Finance teamProvide general administrative support to the National Talent Pathway ManagerWhat you bringTertiary qualifications in sports administration or equivalent (desirable),



or more than 2 years' experience in a similar roleExceptional organisation and task management skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracyStrong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with people at all levels, from athletes and families to international federationsThe ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines in a quick-paced environmentConfidence following set processes, and the initiative to identify and drive improvementsStrong Microsoft Office skills and an eye for using technology to work smarterA high level of confidentiality and professionalismCommitment to SA's values: Unified, Respect, Creative & Brave, and FunBonus points for:experience organising softball or other sporting events.The fine printThis is a part-time (3 days per week), fixed-term position until 30 June 2027, with the possibility of extensionSome work outside normal business hours and domestic and international travel will be requiredA current Working With Children Check is requiredSoftball Australia is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people participating in our sport.We believe that children have the right to feel safe, respected and valued in all softball activities. Child safety is everyone's responsibility and we expect all staff, volunteers, coaches, officials and participants to uphold the highest standards of behaviour.At Softball Australia we have zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect or harm in any form, and require all applicants that will work with children and young people to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. This may include a police check.A copy of Softball Australia's Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy can be found here: https://softball.org.au/integrity/integrity-and-policies#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 National Talent Operations Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Softball Australia
📍 Melbourne