$120,162 - $141,789 + up to 15.4% superannuation - ASC Grade 6 Sydney,Canberra,Melbourne Fixed Term Full Time Applications close at 11:30pm AEST 4 October 2024 (late applications will not be accepted).
The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade.
An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men's and Women's Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.
Are you up for the challenge?
About the team – The Performance Systems and Paralympic Partnerships (PSPP) Branch, plays a critical role in driving Australia's High Performance 2032+ Sport Strategy, with a dedicated focus on leveraging the strategic partnerships within the high performance system, and enhancing Paralympic sport outcomes.
This branch collaborates with key high-performance partners to deliver system-wide initiatives and projects that strengthen the high performance ecosystem.
Through its strategic leadership, the team ensures that all initiatives and partnerships are geared towards elevating Paralympic sport and achieving sustained success on the world stage.
About the role –You will be responsible for overseeing the development and operation of Paralympic Units across the State Institutes and Academies of Sport (SISSAS).
Ensuring units are aligned with Australia's HP objectives as it relates to Para Sport, and are delivering high-quality, multi-sport programs that support the development of para-athletes.
Providing leadership and oversight to the Paralympic Units within each of the SISSAS, ensuring they operate in alignment with national Paralympic Unit objectives About you – Extensive experience in managing or overseeing high-performance sport programs, preferably within a multi-sport or Paralympic context.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with a focus on strategic outcomes.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
A deep understanding of the Paralympic movement and a commitment to advancing opportunities for para-athletes.
Experience working within the Paralympic sector or with para-athletes (preferred, not essential).
Familiarity with governance structures and reporting requirements within a high-performance sport environment (proffered, not essential).
Experience in data analysis and the use of insights to drive program improvement (preferred, not essential).
This position is offered as a FIXED TERM position until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of being extended or made ongoing.
Why work with us?
We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney.
Across all locations, we offer: Options for flexible working arrangements.
Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.
Additionally, our Canberra campus offers: Free onsite parking Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker's Cottage Childcare Centre.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact: Contact Officer: Melanie Sullivan Phone number: 61 2 6214 1186 Email address: ****** Eligibility To be eligible for employment with the Australian Sports Commission, it is preferred that applicants are Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia.
As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector.
This position requires a Working with Vulnerable/Children People check to obtain employment.
Notes The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm.
We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.
Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.
The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999.
The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.
If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email ****** or phone (02) 6214 1328.
Acknowledgement of Country The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where its offices are located, the Ngunnawal people and recognises any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the people of the Yugambeh Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation.
The ASC extends this acknowledgment to all the Traditional Custodians of the lands and First Nations peoples throughout Australia and would like to pay respects to all Elders past and present.
The ASC recognises the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to society and sport in Australia and celebrates the power of sport to promote reconciliation and reduce inequality.
Application and Job Description The Job Description can be downloaded from the attachment below.
The application form will include these questions: Referencing the job description, please describe why you believe you are suitable for this position, including listing your key relevant achievements [up to 750 words] The ASC's shared values are respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence.
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