School Sport Business Development Officer

At the NSW Department of Education we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood through schooling to vocational education and training.

• 2 x Temporary Full-Time employment opportunities until 29th January 2029
• Located in Turrella with flexible working arrangements subject to prior approval
• Salary ranges from $99938 to $110271 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading

About the role

The School Sport Business Development Officer supports the delivery and integration of sport initiatives and inclusive participation opportunities across NSW public schools including the Representative School Sport Pathway. The role sits within the School Sport Unit part of the Student Support and Specialist Programs directorate in the Teaching Learning and Student Wellbeing division which delivers state-wide programs that enhance student engagement wellbeing and participation in Arts Sport Community Languages and International Programs. The role works to strengthen partnerships with schools industry specialists and stakeholders to ensure high-quality accessible and engaging sport programs for all students.

Key accountabilities

• Deliver and integrate sport initiatives and inclusive programs across NSW public schools
• Manage event schedules live streaming and results for the Representative School Sport Pathway
• Liaise with schools and associations to ensure accurate data and information
• Maintain systems records and processes to support efficient operations
• Resolve complex enquiries and issues to enable timely and effective outcomes

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About you

• Strong knowledge of sport and physical activity programs and initiatives in NSW public schools
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Departments Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Departments Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Current and valid Working with Children Check Clearance for paid employment.
• Hold a valid NSW driver licence.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive salary sacrificing employers contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role and respond to the following targeted questions.

1. Describe how your experience supports the delivery of large-scale statewide sport programs with competing priorities
2. Outline a project where building and maintaining stakeholder networks was critical to achieving the outcome.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience insights and alignment with the Departments values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicants Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking Apply Now.

Note: The selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens permanent residents New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.

Closing date Monday 2nd March 2026 at 11:59 pm

For role enquiries please contact Lucette King at

We welcome applications of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team () or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role and who may be considered for a range of similar roles over the next 18 months including temporary term or ongoing roles.