General Manager

About us

Western Port Basketball Association (not-for-profit) prides itself on being one of the most progressive basketball associations on the Mornington Peninsula. We lead and encourage growth through innovative programs, active community involvement, and a welcoming, family-friendly environment that prioritises well-being, fosters a sense of belonging, and provides a place for meaningful participation for all.

At our association, we foster a sense of belonging where everyone is valued, united by basketball, and driven by teamwork, respect, and integrity—striving for excellence and enjoyment both on and off the court.

Together as a team, we create a safe & fun place for all to thrive, respecting each other differences, and being the best we can be.

The Western Port Basketball Association (WPBA) General Manager oversees the daily operations and financial running of the association. It is the general manager's responsibility to ensure strategic goals are met by setting operational policies, creating and maintaining budgets, managing employees, and overseeing the operations of all WPBA basketball programs.

As the General Manager you will foster cross-functional relationships that span further than the walls of WPBA, and utilise these to grow those that interact with us, and intern… grow basketball as a whole.

Your ability to identify your teams strengths and delegate tasks and roles to those who are reporting to you (directly and indirectly) will be key to your success in the role.

The General Manager is the face of WPBA.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

Oversee/manage day-to-day operations of all basketball programs that WPBA run:

• BigV weekly schedules (inline with Basketball Victoria requirements)
• domestic competitions program
• junior representative program (with support of JRC)
• co-ordinate yearly representative tryout sessions
• oversee yearly representative selection process
• other additional specific programs that run (eg. all abilities, walking basketball)
• referee program (on court co-ordination & development/support function)
• ensuring operational requirements are fulfilled to run all the above programs
• manage 4-5 part-time team members

Marketing

• Alongside our Communications Officer, organise and run promotions to promote the WPBA & their sponsors/partners (suitable ROI for all parties).
• Manage with association website/social media marketing.

Finance

Responsible for ALL financial results & reporting within WPBA. This includes, but is not limited to:

• ALL court hire costs (SRC & satellite courts) and tracking of.
• Oversee all AP/AR functions (inclusive of any additional 3rd party contracts utilised).
• Preparing monthly financial reporting at agreed timings with the general committee.
• With WPBA Treasurer & Account Officer, create & present annual budget (assumptions, process, risks & opportunities) to General Committee for establishment.

Engagement

Actively drive engagement with the community, and promote WPBA values:

• Maximise the associations available programs and products .
• Create & implement engagement calendar/program that drives membership and a want to be involved with the association (family days, Big V events, game day program, etc..)
• Own relationship with venue providers and manage contracts.

Safety

• Actively contribute to a workplace culture where WHS are given the highest priority in all activities.
• Ensure all policies are updated and inline with Basketball Victoria requirements (at a minimum).
• Lead by example through promoting and ensure safety work practices and culture.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Min 3+ years business management experience, bringing full P&L understanding & accountability (sports management preferred, not essential).
• Proven operational experience with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior problem-solving abilities, with history in conflict resolution.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Play HQ (preferred) and social media platforms or management tools.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Passionate about basketball (essential)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present strategy to internal stakeholders & external customers.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels (children, parents, players, suppliers)
• Basketball network outside of WPBA (preferred, not essential)
• Understanding of Basketball Victoria policies & procedures (preferred, not essential)
• Strong and engaging people management skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of highly engaged team.
• High attention to detail surrounding execution.
• Honest, reliable with a passion for future people development.

We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Alternatively you can email your questions, resume and cover letter to

Applications close at Friday 10th October 2025.