Games Experience Officer – Alice Springs Master Games

Job description

Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit NT Major Events

Job title Games Experience Officer – Alice Springs Designation Administrative Officer 4

Master Games

Job type Part time (18 hrs and 30 mins per week) Duration Fixed until 30/10/2026

Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Alice Springs

Position number RTF Closing 01/10/2025

Contact officer Silke Maynard on or

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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

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people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

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Primary objective

The Games and Experience Officer for Alice Springs Masters Games 2026 supports key operational areas including

participant services, community and cultural engagement, games accreditation and registrations, and event-day

coordination. The role will work closely with volunteers, workforce, and local stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery across

games services, workforce coordination, and community activations. From managing registrations and catering logistics to

supporting inclusive community programs and coordinating office operations, the role will be central to creating a

memorable, welcoming, and well-organised event.

Context statement

We're looking for a dynamic and community-focused Games Experience Officer to help deliver an outstanding experience

for participants, volunteers, and the local community at the 2026 Alice Springs Masters Games.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Work within the team, and closely with the NT Chamber of Commerce, and Tourism Central Australia to drive local

business engagement in the Games.

2. Coordinate a roster of community engagement and Cultural Inclusion activities, in partnership with local groups and

events.

1. Manage the rollout of cultural activities and ancillary activations to create a vibrant atmosphere in the township over the

course of the Games week.

4. Manage participant and volunteer registrations through the Events Air platform.

1. Coordinate the production and distribution of event accreditation.
2. Contribute to the management of the Games Registration Centre, including oversight of the rostered operational

volunteers.

7. Coordinate the rostering and management of the Games casual workforce and volunteers.

8. Assist with phones, daily administration, and general office duties as required, ensuring strong internal communication

and event coordination.

9. Work closely with fellow coordinators and the Event Manager to ensure tasks are aligned, responsibilities are shared

effectively, and overall Games operations run smoothly.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated event, venue, sports or project management skills across a diverse portfolio of events and venues.

2. Ability to work well in a team whilst taking responsibility for your own work.

3. Demonstrated ability to remain productive whilst working under external pressures.

4. Proven customer service skills including sound oral and written communication skills and experience working with the

general public. Experience in local business engagement and community development is desirable.

5. Proven sound administration skills and ability to adapt to new software programs.

6. Current valid drivers licence, First Aid certification and/or ability to obtain.

Further information

Successful applicants will be required to undergo criminal history checks. This role requires work outside normal working

hours including public holidays and weekends for events delivery.