Sport and Recreation Team Leader (Yarralin)
Job No:
31420
Location:
Yarralin, NT
- Step up to an exciting new challenge in a role with the focus of helping people have fun!
- Fantastic job security and support within this Council role!
- Competitive remuneration $55,247 - $59,068 (commensurate with experience & qualifications) + super + great benefits including subsidised accommodation + 6 weeks annual leave + more!
- Interesting role - every day will be different with the variety of activities you coordinate!
About the Organisation
The Victoria Daly Shire Council became an entity on the 1st July 2008 through the amalgamation of 8 Northern Territory community councils covering an area of 168,000sqkm an area, approximately twice the size of Tasmania. Council's aim is to strengthen its communities with local people delivering shire services to their own communities with the skills and knowledge of their own culture, community and people.
Victoria Daly Shire Council is almost three years old as an organisation, so Council currently recruiting people who share their vision to help develop the brand new organisation.
About Yarralin
Yarralin, also known as Walangeri, is an Indigenous community located on the Wickham River, 389km south west of Katherine. The stunning outback location is in close proximity to the Gregory National Park and the spectacular Jasper Gorge. The community is home to 300 people and has a post office, store, medical clinic and airstrip with charter flights.
Outdoor types love Yarralin with its multitude of fishing, camping and exploring opportunities. Timber Creek, home of the 'NT Barra Classic' fishing tournament is a regular destination for Yarralin residents.
About the Opportunity
Victoria Daly Shire Council currently has an exciting position available for a dedicated, independent thinking Sport and Recreation Team Leader, working in Yarralin, NT.
Reporting to the Shire Services Manager and Regional Sports and Recreation Coordinator, the primary purpose of this role will be to manage the high standard promotion and day to day operations of the Sports and Recreational programs, supporting the health and well being of the Yarralin community.
More specifically this will include (but will not be limited to):
- Coordinating and promoting objectives for Sport & Recreational activities in the communities of Yarralin;
- Encouraging establishment of sports committee in individual communities;
- Completing monthly plans and reports within timeframes;
- Coordinating and developing cultural and sports events;
- Encouraging and incorporating cultural activities with sports and recreation for all community members;
- Developing strategic plans for the delivery of future sports and recreation activities within Yarralin;
- Ensuring policies and procedures of the Shire are adhered to and all resources effectively deployed; and
- Working with community members to promote empowerment and encourage community ownership for all sports and recreational activities.
To be considered for this role, you will have a Diploma in Sports and Recreation or a related discipline. Your advanced understanding of community development, sport and recreation program management, and the associated business planning and performance reporting requirements, as developed through previous experience in a similar role, will be essential to your success. Above all, you will have a commitment to continuous improvement in Yarralin.
Victoria Daly Shire Council is seeking a friendly and motivated candidate with well developed interpersonal skills that will allow you to communicate effectively and collaboratively within a cross-cultural environment including with staff, community members and stakeholders from a wide range of backgrounds. Importantly, you will be able to demonstrate your awareness of the issues affecting Indigenous people in remote locations.
This role will suit a leader who possesses strong strategic and decision making skills, with an analytical and innovative approach to problem solving, and the ability to effectively manage, develop and motivate staff and themselves to achieve objectives.
Most importantly, you should be able to demonstrate an ability to engage people and to encourage their involvement in sport and recreation activities while calling on your consultation, networking and partnering skills across all levels.
A current Driver's Licence and First Aid Certificate are essential for this role, as is a sound knowledge of the principles of Occupational Health and Safety.
The positions require a candidate with strong personal integrity, well developed organisational and time management skills, strong oral and written communication skills and a willingness to travel to remote communities.
You will be offered an attractive salary $55,247 - $59,068 (commensurate with experience and qualifications) + 9% superannuation.
Victoria Daly Shire Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions and benefits including:
- Access to work vehicle for business use;
- 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
- 10 days personal leave;
- Up to 4 weeks study leave with reimbursement of course fees (negotiable);
- Accommodation covered on all travel trips.
Your accommodation will be subsidised by Council and can be negotiated to suit your circumstances, whether you relocate alone or with a partner/family.
The organisation truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.
This pivotal community position is an extremely satisfying and rewarding role and you will finish each working day knowing you have truly made a difference within the community!
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Please Note: All applications will close Tuesday February 7th at 5pm