Surfing Victoria is on the hunt for a new Sport Development Officer to help shape the future of Surfing in Victoria. The role will help build pathways from grassroots to high performance, with a focus on coaching, athlete development, and program delivery for Victorian surfers.
This Role:
The Sport Development Officer will play a key part in shaping the future of surfing in Victoria. Building pathways from grassroots to high performance, with a focus on coaching, athlete development, and program delivery for Victorian surfers. Delivering coaching clinics, supporting Boardrider Clubs, leading Surfing Victoria’s talent development programs, and playing a key role in creating inclusive pathways for the next generation of surfers.
Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer – Surfing Victoria
Location:
Based in Torquay, with travel across regional and coastal Victoria as required.
Employment Type:
Full-Time (negotiable based on experience) with a 6 month probation period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver and lead Progression and High Performance coaching sessions for junior and emerging Victorian athletes.
- Support athlete tracking, development plans and performance feedback, in line with Surfing Australia’s pathway framework.
- Support the further development of Surf Better Now, including website content and video reviews.
- Lead management of all Victorian state representative teams competing at National Titles.
Coordinate and lead regional and state-based coaching camps and clinics. - Mentor junior coaches and provide technical feedback and development.
- Work with local clubs, surf schools and community groups to build long-term participation and pathways.
- Manage coaching program logistics, equipment, and seasonal scheduling.
- Promote and uphold best practices in safety, inclusivity, and surf education.
- Work collaboratively with Surfing Australia, local councils, and other partners.
- Support grant reporting, program evaluation, and data collection.
- Engage internal planning, team meetings, and the delivery of strategic initiatives.
- Participate and contribute to the delivery of Surfing Victoria events and education programs as required.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Surfing Australia Progression (Level 2) Coaching Accreditation (or working towards).
- Coaching experience with junior or emerging athletes.
- Understanding of surfing culture and athlete development.
- Demonstrated ability to manage programs, people, and logistics in a sporting environment.
- Excellent communication, planning, and project management skills.
Additional Requirements:
- Flexible availability with some weekend, public holiday and intra state travel required.
- This position requires you to have a satisfactory driving record, current driver’s license and be willing to drive.
- Current Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC).
- Surf Rescue, First Aid and CPR qualifications.
- Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, child safety and integrity frameworks.
Read more and apply here via Seek: https://www.seek.com.au/job/86108199
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