First Nations Coordinator

At Tennis West, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone.

From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
 

We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
 

We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.


About the role
 

We’re now looking for a First Nations Coordinator to lead Tennis West’s First Nations projects, initiatives and key relationships, along with liaison with Tennis Australia Inclusion and Diversity department. As First Nations Coordinator, you will be responsible for driving and delivering initiatives that support First Nations across the state.
 

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Leading and delivering Tennis West’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
• Coordinating the State Boorloo Tennis Carnival and supporting lead in events across WA
• Representing Western Australia at the National Indigenous Tennis Carnival in Darwin, NT
• Building strong partnerships with First Nations organisations to grow participation and community connection
• Supporting the planning and delivery of broader diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives across Tennis West, providing event and administrative support as required

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups
• Cultural awareness and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively within First Nations communities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of tennis or the broader sporting landscape is desirable
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check
• Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis West

What’s to love?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Monthly wellbeing activities and recognition through our Serving Your Success program
• Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners

To Apply
 

If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. 
 

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact recruit@Tennis.com.au.

Tennis West is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

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