Club Development Coordinator

Join our Team of Everyday Champions

At Racing Queensland, we raise the standards and exceed them, championing a sport that unites and excites.

Our Everyday Champions are the heartbeat of the racing industry. Working in every corner of our industry - on the frontlines, behind the scenes, and at the heart of every code - to help make racing the best it can be, driving our mission forward to champion great racing and events connecting Queensland communities.

Who is Racing Queensland?

Racing Queensland is a statutory body whose primary purpose is to promote, enhance and provide a platform to service the industry across three codes of racing: Thoroughbred, Greyhound, and Harness. RQ's mission is to champion great racing and events which connect Queensland communities.

Role summary

The Club Development Coordinator is primarily responsible for the provision of support and guidance in the development of clubs across the three codes of racing.

The Club Development Coordinator will play an important role in supporting the development and implementation of programs, initiatives and training aimed at improving the capability, commerciality and sustainability of clubs.

Reporting to the Senior Club Development Manager, the role will also assist in the development and implementation of new club resources and maintaining the content available on the RQ Club Portal in order to create administrative efficiencies, processes and standards that will impact and elevate the management and governance of clubs.

What you'll do, day to day

• Support clubs on the implementation of good governance, guidelines, policies and risk management through the administration of resources and training programs/projects.
• Support the implementation and reporting of club engagement activities.
• Support the development and implementation of programs, activities, initiatives and other opportunities that support club development and improve the skillset of clubs and their administrators.
• Manage material for the RQ Club Portal incorporating templates for policies, guidelines and agreements for clubs to adopt, and other resources and ensure the currency, compliance, and ease of use of these resources.
• Liaise with and develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Assist in the management and investigation of ad hoc club issues.
• Assist in the review process of clubs to ensure their suitability to remain licensed including in the implementation of any related recommendations.
• Supporting club grant & sponsorship activities with guidance and administrative support.
• Provide reporting on the uptake and engagement with resources and activities developed for clubs as part of the club development function.
• Identification and communication of trends that are occurring across clubs to assist in the development plans and/or resources to influence positive outcomes for clubs.
• Provide support to clubs in satisfaction of their compliance requirements to RQ.

Experience and skills

• Ability to work autonomously and adapt communication approach to meet business requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated and/or NFP environment is desirable.
• Poses a working knowledge of what good governance looks like.
• Ability to solve complex problems requiring consideration of a range of options.
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to influence and convince stakeholders, internal clients and industry participants in the achievement of objectives.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar application desirable.
• Experience in analysing and interpreting financial data.
• Ability to consult, negotiate, communicate and influence outcomes when there are conflicting interests or differences of opinion.
• Exceptional interpersonal agility to manage competing needs of stakeholders.
• Ability to deal with complexity, work under pressure and demonstrate resilience.
• Commercial experience working with volunteers and/or community or sporting associations is desirable.
• Ability to write reports.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with impeccable attention to detail.
• Knowledge and understanding of the racing and/or wagering industry is desirable.

Qualifications

• A certificate IV / Diploma in business administration / accounting or related field and commensurate demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Benefits and Perks

We offer a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth. Flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs, paid parental leave, talent management programs, and opportunities for performance development. We also prioritise your health with a dedicated health, wellbeing, and education program.

RQ values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.

We recognise, respect and value First Nations people and cultures. We are focused on working with First Nations people to improve service design and delivery, knowing that this will deliver better outcomes for all of Queensland. Please check our First Nations Resources hub for further information.

We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups and genders to apply.

How to apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity click 'apply now' and submit your:

• Covering letter outlining your experience
• Current resume

To view a position description please visit our website

If you have any questions about the position, please contact the hiring manager,

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Please note the following conditions apply:

• May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
• Must hold a current driver's licence.
• Intrastate and/or interstate travel may be a requirement.
• Will be required to undergo a criminal history check.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.
• Understanding/passion/willingness to learn about the sport of racing and nuances associated with the industry.