Join the Exciting Future at Harrup Park & Great Barrier Reef Arena!

Are you a self-driven, highly organised sports enthusiast with an unwavering 'can-do' attitude? Do you have a passion for growing cricket in the Mackay region?

We are looking for a Sports Development Officer who can hit the ground running, manage complex administrative tasks, and be the engine for community sports engagement. This role is crucial to the success of our sports programs and the future of the Great Barrier Reef Arena.

About Us

Harrup Park is the leading sport, recreation, and entertainment hub in the Mackay region, and we’re on the cusp of a revolutionary change. With the $25 million Great Barrier Reef Arena as the centre piece, our facility is the best in regional Australia.
We host top-tier AFL games, major cricket matches, and concerts, and we pride ourselves on a 5-star kitchen food safety rating and the region's best facilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Sports Development and Facilities Manager, you will be a key driver in the administration, coordination, and delivery of all sporting events and development programs.

Lead Responsibilities

These are the primary areas where you will take the lead in development and delivery:

Entry-Level Program Management: Supporting, delivering, and promoting all entry-level sports programs, including coordinating MCA Community Programs.

School and Community Relationships: Implementing and coordinating GBRA Rays Programs/Sporting Schools.

Driving School Cricket Promotion.

Planning and executing School Gala Event/s.

Participation Growth: Creating initiatives to increase participation rates and designing and implementing programs tailored to community needs.

Core Support & Event Management

You will play a vital role in executing key club and event functions:

Event Planning & Support: Providing planning and on-site support for sports events, including those at Harrup Park.

Club Support & Relationships: Building and maintaining strong relationships with local clubs and associations.

Inclusivity: Developing and coordinating inclusive programs to broaden participation.

Media & Stories: Liaising with local media and actively selling cricket stories to enhance visibility.

Stakeholder Liaison: Daily liaison with key stakeholders, including staff, umpires, club officials, and the public.

Essential Functions

You will provide essential support and administrative excellence across the following areas:

Administration:

Database administration/management and assisting in preparing reports to the Board/Management of Harrup Park and MCA.

Facility Coordination: Opening/Shutting Facilities and working with other sports to ensure professional use of HP facilities.

Competition Management: Supporting the MCA Sports Operations Manager in coordinating MCA Junior Cricket Competitions (S&W).

Grants & Finances: Assisting in the preparation of grant applications and managing basic budgeting for programs.

Essential Criteria

Demonstrated experience in running community cricket or sports programs, including successful development and/or delivery initiatives.

Proven experience in a similar administrative and sports development role.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and demonstrated experience with web-based records and management.

Highly developed communication skills, with a cooperative demeanor to effectively liaise with multiple stakeholders, sponsors, clubs, and media.

Ability to establish rapport and work cooperatively with key stakeholders across multiple sporting codes.

Reliable and punctual, with a high standard of personal presentation.

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as required by events and competition schedules.

Current Working with Children (Blue) Card, Qld Driver’s Licence, and a Current First Aid Certificate.

If you feel you have the attributes and passion we are after and would like to be part of the most exciting chapter in Harrup Park and Great Barrier Reef Arena’s history, we would love to hear from you.

Only candidates with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply.