Manager, Government Relations
7 days ago
At Tennis VIC, 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.
About the role
The Manager - Government Relations plays a critical role in building and maintaining strong, strategic relationships with local, state, and federal government stakeholders. This position is responsible for securing funding, shaping policy initiatives that support the growth of tennis, and collaborating on infrastructure projects that deliver lasting benefits to the sport and the broader community.
In this role you will:
- Lead the development and execution of Tennis Victoria’s government advocacy strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s strategic priorities.
- Advocate for funding, policy outcomes, and legislative support that advance priority tennis infrastructure and community development projects across Victoria.
- Ensure compliance with funding agreements and timely reporting to government bodies.
- Lead statewide Network Planning by leveraging data and insights to guide the development and delivery of a sustainable tennis network.
- Develop and oversee a performance framework that empowers the Local Government Leads to support councils.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A tertiary qualification in Government Relations, Communications or Public Relations, Sport Management or other relevant field.
- Demonstrated experience in government relations, advocacy, or public affairs, ideally within the sport,
infrastructure, or community development sectors.
- A proven track record of effective stakeholder engagement, including collaboration with local, state, and federal
government entities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.
- Preparedness to be flexible regarding working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis VIC.
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
- Attractive leave benefits - with up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all primary caregivers and Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees
To Apply
- Tennis VIC 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._
We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.
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