Pathways Coordinator

At Tennis QLD, 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

The Pathways Coordinator role supports the comprehensive development and implementation of projects within the Coach, Pathways and Competitive Play teams of Tennis Queensland. This role is central to coordinating coach events, professional development programs, project activations, program initiatives and ensuring alignment with Tennis Queensland's strategic objectives.

The role serves as a key liaison between Tennis Queensland and external stakeholders such as coaches, clubs, educational providers, and community organisations to foster the growth and development of tennis across Queensland.

In this role you will:

• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with key external stakeholders, including private coaches, centre operators, schools and clubs, to support the delivery of tennis programs and pathways.
• Create a customer feedback cycle for stakeholder engagements and implement it within team practices.
• Support the planning, delivery and follow up of a wide range of programs and events in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Coordinate the regional projects aimed at increasing the number of coaches and player participation in
  targeted regional, remote and rural areas.
• Support the facilitation of professional development opportunities for coaches and competitive play
  stakeholders, including workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
• Manage and coordinate operations and logistics for events, initiatives and projects, such as but not limited to, venue bookings, invoicing, equipment provision, and participant registration.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A tertiary degree in a relevant business or sport development/management field (preferable).
• An understanding of the tennis industry and state sporting structures.
• High level interpersonal skills and communication skills with people from a wide range of
  backgrounds.
• Strong administration skills, including computer literacy, record-keeping and report writing plus
  confidence in adopting diverse digital platforms.
• A current Police Check and Blue Card (or be willing to obtain).
• A preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis QLD.

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

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

Applications close 17 September 2025, however we will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.
 

Tennis QLD 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.

Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. There are a number of ways that you can keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen. 

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