<p><span style="background-color:rgb(247,247,247);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Poppins, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">We are seeking an experienced Sports Development Officer to plan, coordinate, and deliver SDC’s football (soccer) development programmes and athlete pathway initiatives. The role supports participation growth, talent development, coach coordination, and programme operations to ensure high-quality delivery across SDC’s training programmes and events, while meeting organisational standards, child-safety requirements, and relevant policies.</span></p><br><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Competitive salary package.</li><li>Opportunity to develop and lead community football programs.</li><li>Career growth within a dynamic sports organisation.</li></ul><br><h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Plan, implement, and monitor football development programmes for juniors, including seasonal training schedules, session frameworks, and development pathways.</li><li>Coordinate programme operations, including venue allocations, session timetables, enrolments, and communication with parents/participants.</li><li>Support coaching delivery standards by assisting with coach coordination, session guidelines, and quality assurance across programmes.</li><li>Liaise with clubs, schools, venues, and stakeholders to build participation opportunities and partnerships that support programme growth.</li><li>Coordinate events and football experiences such as trials, clinics, camps, friendly matches, and pathway opportunities (including interstate/overseas tours where applicable).</li><li>Track and report programme participation, attendance, player progression, and other agreed KPIs; maintain accurate records and registers.</li><li>Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures relevant to programme delivery (e.g., risk management, incident reporting, child safety, privacy).</li><li>Manage programme resources, equipment, and logistics; oversee stock usage and minimise wastage.</li><li>Promote SDC programmes through community engagement and support basic marketing/admin tasks (e.g., newsletters, schedules, participant updates).</li><li>Ensure all activities comply with relevant standards, organisational policies, and workplace health and safety requirements, maintaining safe and organised training environments.</li></ul><br><h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>Relevant qualification in sports development, sport management, coaching, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).</li><li>Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in sports programme delivery and/or athlete development environments.</li><li>Strong understanding of athlete development frameworks, participation growth strategies, and coaching support practices.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to coordinate schedules, venues, stakeholders, and event logistics effectively.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage parents, participants, coaches, and external partners.</li><li>Competency in record-keeping, reporting, and use of basic administration systems.</li><li>Sound understanding of child safety obligations and workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements in a community sport environment.</li></ul>

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Sports Development Officer

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<p style="text-align:justify;">Townsville Golf Club Incorporated is seeking a Golf Services Manager who will also serve as the Director of Coaching. This unique dual role blends high-performance coaching with leadership of golf shop operations, bookings, customer service, retail, and club programs. The ideal candidate will have proven coaching skills across all ages and playing levels and experience managing golf or sports facilities.</p><p style="text-align:justify;">You will design and deliver coaching programs, manage golf bookings, assist the retail pro shop team, coordinate events, and ensure service excellence across all touchpoints. This is a hands-on, leadership role ideal for someone passionate about both sports coaching and retail-operations management. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience - Subject: "Golf Services Manager and Director of Coaching – [Your Name]"</p><br><h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Work at a leading golf club in beautiful North Queensland</li><li>Leadership role with autonomy and development opportunities</li><li>Access to coaching facilities and training technology</li><li>Supportive and inclusive club culture</li><li>Opportunity to shape junior and elite programs</li><li>Stable full-time salary with long-term growth prospects</li><li>Work-life balance in a coastal location</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br><h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Deliver individual and group coaching sessions for juniors and adults, focusing on skill development and personal improvement.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Design and manage golf coaching programs tailored to different experience levels, including school programs and seasonal sessions.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Supervise the daily golf operations of the facility, ensuring efficient booking systems, tee time management, and customer service standards.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Operate, maintain, and support usage of indoor golf simulator technology for coaching and recreational purposes.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Manage customer relationships, providing guidance, advice, and support to ensure a high-quality experience for members and guests.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Coordinate golf shop activities, including merchandising, sales, and inventory management of golf equipment and apparel.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Monitor financial performance, generate reports, and support budget planning for golf-related activities and services.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Assist with promotional initiatives, including tournaments, member events, school engagements, and public golf outreach programs.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Assist with workplace health and safety practices within the golf facility and ensure compliance with relevant operational standards.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Manage junior development programs in alignment with Golf Australia guidelines, including Golf Australia MyGolf initiatives.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Supervise and mentor Golf assistants, PGA MPP Associates and casual staff involved in golf coaching and retail operations.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Develop marketing and communication strategies in collaboration with the Director of Golf to increase participation and revenue.</li></ul><br><h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>Full Program Professional Golf Coach PGA&nbsp;</li><li>Diploma in Golf Management or equivalent qualification</li><li>Certificate III in Sports (preferred)</li><li>Demonstrated coaching experience across age groups</li><li>Retail experience preferred</li><li>Strong communication and customer service skills</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Lead golf coaching and operations at Townsville’s premier club. Combine elite instruction with service leadership in a dynamic golf facility.

Golf Services Manager and Director of Coaching

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