The SACSA Executive Sports Coordinator is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of the association’s carnival operations and resources. Serving alongside the SACSA Sports Administration as the primary link between the SACSA Sports Executive Committee and member schools, the position ensures clear and timely communication, coordinates the successful delivery of SACSA carnivals and events, and represents the association in a professional and positive manner. The role reports directly to the Chair of the SACSA Committee and is ultimately accountable to the President of the Association.

All tasks will be completed in collaboration with the SACSA Executive Committee and relevant SACSA personnel.

Key Accountabilities

The SACSA Executive Sports Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

SACSA Calendar Events

- Organise, attend and assist with all endorsed events outlined in the SACSA Calendar.
- Liaise and assist SACSA convenors at events ensuring policies, procedures and professional standards are maintained.
- Coordinate venue bookings and the ordering of trophies and equipment.
- Prepare competition draws and score sheets/results.
- Recruit umpires.
- Collaborate with SACSA Sports Administrator to maintain the SACSA website with current nomination information and event results.

Strategic Planning and Organisational Direction

- Meet regularly with the SACSA Sports Executive Committee to shape the association’s business direction and strategic management plan.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of existing and future strategic plans.




- Ensure that the association’s vision and strategic plans are documented and accessible to all members of the Sports Executive Committee.
- In consultation with the SACSA Sports Executive Committee, identify sporting and professional development opportunities for inclusion in the SACSA calendar.
- Liaise with sporting bodies to run professional development sessions for school physical education staff and communicate these opportunities to schools.
- Communicate effectively with the SACSA Sports Administrator regarding any required reviews or updates to SACSA documents (SACSA Booklets or Policies).
- If required, identify and develop opportunities for SACSA to participate in national and state-level sporting events.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

- Report directly to the SACSA Sports Chair.
- Maintain regular communication with the SACSA Sports Executive Committee, providing accurate and timely information on the association’s development, operations, business affairs, event management, financial position and future prospects.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with member schools and key stakeholders, including teachers, sports delegates/coordinators, heads of sport, principals and parents.
- Communicate with stakeholders through the SACSA website, email and text systems, acting as an accessible, respectful and approachable point of contact.
- Participate in professional associations,



networks and activities relevant to SACSA’s interests.
- Schedule and attend termly meetings with the SA School Sports Network (SASSN).

Risk Management and Policy

- Liaise with the policy subcommittee to maintain a transparent understanding of SACSA’s risk management policies and ensure their effective implementation.
- Identify and manage operational risks, developing appropriate mitigation strategies with endorsement from the SACSA Sports Executive Committee where applicable.
- Implement the policies, processes and codes of conduct approved by the SACSA Sports Executive Committee and support their ongoing monitoring and review – alongside the SACSA Sports Administrator, ensure the association’s regulation booklet is updated and accessible, as required.
- Train and support event convenors in the implementation of risk management procedures.

Promotion and Public Relations

- Monitor and interpret the external environment to position SACSA effectively.
- Encourage and support SACSA schools to participate in SACSA events, including professional development programs.
- Provide member schools with information and resources to support the promotion of SACSA events.
- Follow the marketing promotion plan as outlined by the SACSA Sports Executive.
- Work with the SACSA Sports Executive Committee to lead, manage and implement the association’s marketing strategy and processes.
- Identify non-member Christian schools that may potentially join SACSA and communicate with the Executive Committee when a new school is interested in becoming a SACSA member school.
- In conjunction with the SACSA Chair, arrange mee

📌 Executive Sports Coordinator (Adelaide)
🏢 SACSA Sports
📍 Adelaide