Administrator - Sport Development

Life Saving Victoria is Victorias peak water safety and lifesaving organisation built on the proud traditions and programs of our founding organisations the Royal Life Saving Society Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia.

Lifesaving has been an integral part of the Victorian way of life since 1904. Today LSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing.

Our volunteers members employees and partners work together with communities educational institutions government agencies businesses and the broader aquatic industry to Save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our sports participation team and be an active contributor to our sport development programs.

Located at our Port Melbourne Head Office and reporting into the Lead Coordinator of Development this full-time position is responsible for providing administrative support for Life Saving Victorias sport development programs including managing qualifications coordinating events and creating and maintaining resources and social media content.

The role has a number of internal and external stakeholders and requires excellent client management and proactive engagement with others. Tasks include:

• Supporting the Lead Coordinator Development in enhancing the skills and capabilities of volunteers in sport.
• Providing support identification development and delivery of developmental opportunities through accredited training programs and professional development initiatives.
• Supporting the promotion of the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) and the National Officiating Accreditation Scheme (NOAS) to lifesaving volunteer members and assist with their pathway through these programs.
• Supporting the delivery of development programs carnivals and events across summer beach pool and IRB seasons (including attendance at event as required).
• Working cooperatively with Club Committee representatives and all stakeholders to deliver the best possible support and customer service for our volunteers members and to build and foster relationships.
• Supporting the planning creating and scheduling of engaging social media content to promote carnivals state teams national results volunteer training and other key initiatives as directed.

Who are you

You have experience in administration and have a strong focus to attention to detail. You will be an exceptional collaborator who is comfortable communicating at all levels. You will have excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritise.

Your enthusiastic approachable and can-do attitude will be the basis of your success in this role.

• Intermediate computer literacy (Microsoft suite cloud-based software) and demonstrated ability in the use of multiple software applications.
• Previous experience in event training and/or development programs delivery.
  
• Experience working with limited supervision in a multi-tasking environment requiring effective time management teamwork attention to detail problem solving and excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Hands-on experience creating and/or curating social media content across platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.
  
• Current Australian Drivers License and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and after hours.
• Must have or be able to obtain an employee Working with Children Check.

How to apply:

LSV is always looking for enthusiastic community minded individuals. If this opportunity sounds like you please click on Apply Now to complete your application and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position.

Research shows us that women wont always apply for a role if they dont tick all the boxes. If you fall into that category we would love to hear from you so we can access your ability and even if you arent ready now you might just be at out next intake.

LSV is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. We provide a welcoming safe and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone.

LSV takes seriously its responsibility to deliver a safe fair and inclusive environment for Children and Young People. It is essential that anyone involved with LSV understands their responsibility in relation to child safety. Our organisation requires all applicants to obtain a Working with Children Check prior to appointment