Careers

Are you looking for an opportunity to take up an exciting new challenge, which will use and develop your existing knowledge, skills and life experiences?

Australian Athletics is the governing body of athletics in Australia and an exciting and dynamic place to work and grow your skills and experience.

Our vision is to create One Sport with well-supported, seamlessly connected competitions, programs and events delivering athletic activities to all Australians and this is underpinned by our organisational values.

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Australian Athletics Staff Benefits

  • Parental Leave - Primary Carer 12 weeks paid leave, Secondary Carer 2 weeks paid leave.
  • Diversity Leave - 1 Day Leave to celebrate any Cultural and/or religious event. Purchase Leave - Purchase up to 4 weeks of extra leave.
  • Mental Health Leave - 3 Days Paid Leave for any type of Mental Health Leave. Elders Care Leave - 3 Days Paid Leave to care for elderly parents.
  • Grandparents Leave - 1 Day Paid Leave upon arrival of a grandchild.

  • Mental Health - EAP Acacia & AIS Mental Health Referral Network. Annual Flu Vaccinations - Free Flu Vaccines for all individuals on a yearly basis.
  • Fresh Fruit & Breakfast Supplied in Office each week.

  • Study and Development - Learning and Development Pathways for staff, including access to Go1 Learning Management System.
  • Tertiary Study - Study assistance for staff to develop their skills and knowledge to extend individual competence and organisational effectiveness.

  • Lakeside Chat - Every 6 weeks coffee catch up with CEO, a GM and staff. Wellbeing & Inclusion Calendar - Identifying significant days throughout the year. Quarterly Newsletter "The Inside Track - Inform staff on what's happening at AA. Monthly All Staff Meetings
  • Puma Discount - 40% off full-priced Puma Products Online.
  • HelloFresh Partnership - Discount for staff on YouFoodz, HelloFresh and Everyplate ready meals.

  • V.I.B.E - Valuing Individuals & Building Excellence - Peer-to-peer recognition program aligned to Athletics Australia's Values and Behaviours. Staff achievements and actions are recognised by their colleagues through nominations.

Current Opportunities

Please visit SportPeople to access a wider range of Athletics related opportunities across our community.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Head of Paralympic Program is responsible for leading the AA Para Resurgence Program and will drive the success of Australia’s Para Athletics program. Through leadership, strategic oversight, operational management and collaboration with athletes, coaches and stakeholder to help ensure AA is a leader in Paralympic athletics globally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Develop and implement the Paralympic program’s strategic vision.
  • Drive medal winning performances at Paralympic Games, World Para Athletics Championships, and other international competitions.
  • Represent the program to international federation and organisations, including World Para Athletics.
  • Liaise with the WPA and the IPC on all matters relating to Para Athletics.
  • Foster and inclusive, innovative, and performance-oriented culture across the Paralympic program.

Applications Close Friday 14th February, 11:59pm AEDT. 

 

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ABOUT THE ROLE 

As Performance Support Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AA by ensuring our athletes receive world-class support in their journey to success. Your leadership will drive strategic planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative performance solutions to help athletes perform at their best when it counts the most.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Lead the strategy of Performance Support services across domestic and international performance environments, aligning with the High Performance Strategy. 
  • Lead the National Performance Support Leads in the successful implementation of the AA High Performance strategy, fostering engagement and supporting interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Supporting AA and our partners, in keeping pace with the latest Performance Health and Sports Science reseach findins, knowledge, and expertise. 
  • Leading a culture of collaboration and facilitate behavious and systems that create connection and engagement between AA Performance Support Leads, State Performance Advisors, National Event Group Panels and AA High Performance staff. 

Applications Close Sunday 16th February, 11:59pm AEDT. 

 

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Volunteer Opportunities

Currently we have no volunteer opportunities available, please stay tuned later in the year for new opportunities. 

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