Careers at the St Kilda Football Club represent a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic culture, where we recognise every individual impacts team success. It's a place where we lift, support, and challenge each other to be greater. And in that pursuit of greatness, we embrace the grit our journey requires.
The timing and potential of this opportunity is unprecedented. Last year was the year of exploration in our AFL program, and the year our AFLW team inspired with their most successful season yet. In 2024 we start in earnest the build towards our second and subsequent premierships.
Within our cultural DNA is the ability to harness the power of collaboration, diversity and effort to impact what matters to our football Club. While on-field performance is the club's absolute priority, we recognise the important role we play in the community and embrace our responsibility to promote mental fitness through the Danny Frawley Centre, social inclusion via the Healthy Futures Hub and continue our long-standing commitments to First Nations people and gender equality.
We understand who we represent, and the privileged position we hold as custodians of a football club built on more than 150 years of history.
About the role We are seeking a passionate and strategic Community Participation Lead to join our team, reporting to the Head of Education and Community Football. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering key requirements for our community participation programs and philanthropic partners. Your efforts will directly contribute to supporting our playing group in being the best Saints ever.
About you You possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in community engagement, grant administration, or the sports management sector. Ideally, you have a background in AFL/AFLW or a similar sporting organization. Your exceptional relationship-building skills enable you to cultivate partnerships with diverse communities and stakeholders. You thrive in collaborative environments and are driven by a passion for inclusivity and innovative community engagement.
Partner with philanthropic organisations to implement impactful community programs that enhance the club's presence and contribute to commercial revenue. Build and maintain strong relationships with philanthropic partners, ensuring alignment with community objectives. Oversee existing grants, ensuring compliance and seeking new funding opportunities. Manage strategic partnership with AFL Victoria. Lead multicultural and First Nations participation programs, enhancing community engagement. Assess and enhance the effectiveness of multicultural and First Nations football programs, utilising participant feedback and data-driven insights to foster greater inclusion and participation. Strengthen relationships with diverse communities, promoting awareness and participation in club programs. Manage key community football partnerships and service agreements, identifying new opportunities for growth. Oversee the Father/Son/Daughter early participation program, enhancing family engagement. Lead the STK Academy School Holiday Program, ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience for participants. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the School holiday Program, including scheduling, resource allocation, and staff coordination, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Manage department resources, demonstrating leadership and collaboration across the club. What You Need 5 years' experience in a relevant role, ideally within local government or the sports management sector. Experience in AFL/AFLW or similar sporting organisation Current driver's license Valid Working with Children's Check or willingness to obtain one. What we offer Fantastic culture of grounded people, passionate about what they do Hybrid working, with 3 Connect Days at RSEA Park per week and the balance worked as needed by role On site LINTON STREET café Free access to Aquatics Facilities at our Danny Frawley Centre for Health & Wellbeing Free parking onsite & state of the art gym access Bring your Pet to Work Fridays! Paid Wellbeing days – time off to relax & recharge 12 weeks paid Parental Leave for primary carers (2 weeks for secondary carers) - Discounted Saints memberships and merchandise Up to 40% discount on selected NEW BALANCE products Saints-only Linen House product pricing Discounted movie tickets through Hoyts If you connect with our values, who the Saints are and where we are headed, this is a brilliant opportunity for a talented professional to join us.
Please keep reading... Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
To apply Applications should include a current CV with a cover letter that addresses why you are interested in working with St Kilda Football Club, why you would be an attribute to our culture and how your skills/experience would be attributes to the position.
Applications will close at 5pm on Friday, 22 November 2024. Short-listing of candidates will commence prior to the closure of this role, so please do not delay submitting your application.
The St Kilda Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTIQ communities. We are committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and fostering a "child safe" culture. It is essential that anyone involved with the St Kilda Football Club understands their responsibility in relation to child safety and supports such an environment.