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Netball Australia (NA) is the driving force behind netball in Australia, shaping the game from grassroots to greatness. As a proud member of World Netball (WN), NA oversees national teams, the elite Suncorp Super Netball league, and fosters the sport at every level—from local courts to the global stage.
For nearly 100 years, NA has led, inspired, and supported a myriad of opportunities for thousands of communities and millions of Australians to play, deliver, watch, and ultimately love our sport.
With over 8.2 million Australians interested in netball, and over 4 million considered to be core fans of Suncorp Super Netball, our game is in great shape with the incredible success of our elite competitions propelling strong participation and fanbase growth domestically and globally.
We are rightly proud of our heritage, our standing, and our successes. Few teams in any sport, and even fewer organisations in any industry, enjoy the position and the positive pressure of being No. 1 in the World! You will be joining a team of passionate individuals who take pride in their skills, love what they do and thoroughly enjoy being part of making Netball one of the most loved sports in Australia.
On the cusp of our centenary, and significant opportunity leading into the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney, there has never been a more exciting time to join.
About the Role
This exciting position will be responsible for assisting in the fulfilment of commercial contractual benefits and will support the development and delivery of partner leverage campaigns in conjunction with various partners. This is a full-time role offered on a 6-month fixed-term basis.
Key responsibilities include:
Partnership Management
* Act as the key contact for a range of Netball Australia commercial partnerships to ensure delivery of sponsorship commitments and ensure leverage plans are aligned to NA objectives.
* Drive internal brand advocacy and understanding across all relevant internal stakeholders.
* Deliver partners strategy, execution, and analysis as related to netball and deliver on their business priorities.
* In consultation with Senior Partnerships Manager and Senior Partnerships Lead, establish KPI’s and objectives with each partner and maintain continuous communication to ensure KPI’s and objectives are met as per established timelines.
* Support the establishment of detailed commercial partners' marketing plans and develop, deliver, and review creative concepts for partners.
* Work with the Partnerships team and Event Manager to deliver match day and contracted deliverables for partners across Super Netball League, International Test Series, Australian Netball Championships and other netball related events.
* Work with existing partners to deliver enhanced leveraging opportunities and value add service.
* With the Senior Partnerships Lead, co-ordinate post event/campaign reporting.
* Communicate well, maintain good business relationships, and represent Netball Australia positively.
* Assist with the partner revenue summary and partner invoicing.
* Contribute to development of partner servicing budget.
Contract Management
* Clear understanding of partnership agreements.
* Contribute to partnership renewals by working with Partnership Servicing Manager to prepare detailed documentation on existing partnerships.
Key Attributes, Skills and Qualifications that would really stand out to us:
* Alignment to our DNA - Belong, Be Bold, Be Your Best.
* Partnership account management.
* Ability to establish strong and mutually beneficial relationships.
* Marketing planning, partnership leverage and execution.
* Working as a team to achieve the objectives of our partners, and the organisation.
* Interpersonal, engagement and communication capabilities.
* Flexibility, adaptability and resilience.
* Political acumen, initiative and pro-active problem solving.
* Influencing and negotiating skills.
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised groups tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
What We Offer
* Vibrant Culture: A supportive, inclusive, high-energy, and values-driven team with a passion for our sport.
* Play the Day your way: Hybrid working options after probationary period, based on role requirements.
* Employee Wellbeing: Additional Wellbeing Leave, EAP, Annual Flu Vaccinations & Mole Checks.
* Additional Leave: Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Leave, Study Leave, and Birthday Leave (because who wants to work on their birthday?!).
* Up to 40% off New Balance, the opportunity to attend SSN Games, and access to NFP Salary Sacrificing.
* Pets in the Office Fridays, and free breakfast on-site.
The role is based at Netball’s Head Office in Fitzroy/Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung country where you will be spoilt for choice on great coffee spots! Given the unique nature of the sports industry, and the domestic & global reach of our organisation, travelling and working outside of Netball HQ and traditional office hours may be required. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with their new Manager.
We review and shortlist great candidates as soon as they are available, so if this sounds like you, and we hope it does – please submit your application as soon as possible. We do not take for granted the high volume of applications we receive, but please be aware this means we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. Our recruitment process consists of a phone screening, two rounds of interviews, (virtual and in person) along with professional reference checks, and we'll be here to guide you through the entire process!
Netball Australia takes our Safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we provide an environment that is safe for our child and adult beneficiaries. All successful candidates will undergo a criminal record and Working with Children check prior to employment and must be able to hold valid checks at all times throughout their employment. We provide our staff and volunteers with ongoing supervision, support and training in their work with child and adult beneficiaries. We have a collaborative, supportive and diverse culture and promote the continued development of our team members! We believe your religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or culture do not define you nor impact your application or employment with Netball Australia. We are a sport for all people across the community and take pride in providing a diverse, inclusive and safe environment for all.
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