• Looking for an exciting career opportunity in the sports industry?
  • Newly created position
  • MCG and Casey Fields location
The Melbourne Football Club is the oldest competitive sporting club in the world, ingrained with the heritage of the game’s establishment more than 150 years ago.  The Club prides itself on a strong workplace culture that is rich with tradition, passion and innovation.

We are currently looking for a passionate Community Co-ordinator to join our dynamic team based at the MCG and also working from Casey Fields 2-3 days per week.  This role is responsible for managing and developing effective business partnerships and community programs within the City of Casey.

Within this role you will be responsible for:
  • Work closely with the City of Casey to deliver Melbourne Football Club Community Programs
  • Help grow our Melbourne Football Club supporter base in the City of Casey
  • Co-ordinate Community Programs and events as required
  • Manage the City of Casey contract requirements
  • Manage the City of  Casey contractual deliverables internally across the various departments including media, communications, business, community and sponsorship
  • Increase media exposure for Melbourne Football Club within the City of Casey.
  • Attendance at key events and match days as required
To be successful in the role you must have:
  • An interest in sport and recreation (AFL is preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role (sporting, community or charity)
  • Demonstrated experience in developing networks/partnerships with external corporate, community and/or government bodies is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in implementing community initiatives and strategies within sport, community or charity environments.
  • Good computer skills, including an intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
  • A proven and highly successful networker and relationship builder.
  • Excellent attention to detail with outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
  • Friendly, energetic, positive and customer focussed personality
What we offer:
  • A friendly, fun and vibrant workplace
  • A supportive management team that values the importance of staff development
  • Annual performance and salary reviews
  • A unique backdrop to your day - the MCG - the heart of Melbourne’s sporting precinct
  • A competitive salary, sponsor discounts, staff benefits, social functions and more!
For further information, please contact Jane Robertson, Human Resources Manager on (03) 9652 1137.

Please click the Seek link to apply
http://www.seek.com.au/Job/community-coordinator/in/melbourne-cbd-inner-suburbs/21513292 

Position offer will be subject to a Working with Children Check.  Please be aware only successful candidates for interview will be contacted.