Job Description

Position: Game Development Officer

Employment Type: Casual position (hours by agreement, subject to program needs and availability)

Salary: Casual: $40 per hour

Reports to: State Operations Manager – Northern Territory

Direct Reports: N/A

Term: Ongoing subject to the continuation of funding

Location: Darwin, Alice Springs and Remote Communities - Must be willing and available to travel regularly to remote communities.

Softball Australia – About the Organisation:

We’re Softball Australia (SA) – the national body for softball and the proud home of over 100,000 players across the country. From grassroots fun to elite international competition, we’re here to make sure softball is a sport for everybody.

We’ve just kicked off a bold new five-year strategy with one vision: softball inspires, unites and creates heroes on the world stage. Our focus? People. Play. Promote. Perform.

At SA we live our values – Unified, Respectful, Creative & Brave, and Fun. We build communities, create memories, and support athletes to reach their best both on and off the diamond.

We’re serious about success, but we’re just as serious about enjoying the journey. Because when you work with us, you’ll quickly learn our motto: we do well, we do good, and we have fun!

The Role:

Softball Northern Territory (in partnership with Softball Australia) is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as:

• Casual Game Development Officers

Based in Darwin, Alice Springs, and remote communities, these roles focus on delivering school clinics, entry-level participation programs, and supporting local events to grow the game of softball in the NT.

We are looking for individuals with a positive, can-do attitude who enjoy working with children and communities. If you’re passionate about sport, recreation, teaching—or simply love helping young people get active—this is a fantastic opportunity.

👉 No prior softball knowledge is required – we will train and accredit you!

The role includes organising, promoting and developing junior community softball through liaison with Softball NT (and affiliated clubs and associations).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver fun and engaging entry-level softball programs to students, mainly (but not limited to) in primary schools.

• Create pathways for school participants to transition into local clubs

• Assist with softball events/programs including Home Run Heroes programs, club & association events, NT Championships, School Events, Teacher PD sessions, and School Holiday Programs

• Actively work to increase the footprint of softball in the Territory community

• Uphold Softball Australia’s values and commitment to child safety

What You'll Bring to the Role

Mandatory:

• Valid (or willing to obtain) Working with Children clearance (Northern Territory)
• Valid (or willing to obtain) Softball Community Coaching Accreditation
• Access to a car and a valid driver’s licence to travel to schools or community centres with equipment
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to deliver engaging programs to young softballers of varying abilities
• Ability to remain organised and confident under varied situations

Desired:

• Valid First Aid & CPR Qualification
• Experience working with children and young people
• Coaching or sport development experience (any sport, not just softball)
• Creative thinking and ability to develop new ideas to engage participants

Personal Attributes

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and disciplined
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and plan, prioritise, and organise to meet deadlines
• Ability to interact professionally with people at all levels, including stakeholders and the broader softball community
• Willingness and ability to work outside normal business hours and travel as required
• Commitment to Softball Australia’s values

Why this role Rocks

Because here you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find purpose, people who care, and the chance to make a real impact on a sport loved by thousands. You’ll work in a supportive, inclusive, and flexible environment where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work helps shape the future of Australian sport. You’ll love the team, the energy, and the chance to hit it out of the park with your career!

Softball Australia is an equal opportunity employer, committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Child Safeguarding Message

Softball Australia is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all children and young people participating in our sport.

We believe that Children have the right to feel safe, respected, and valued in all softball activities. Child safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we expect all staff, volunteers, coaches, officials, and participants to uphold the highest standards of behaviour.

At Softball Australia we have zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect, or harm in any form and require all applicants that will work with children and young people to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment this may include a police check.

A copy of Softball Australia’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy can be found here https://www.softball.org.au/integrity/integrity-and-policies