Free Events Program Coordinator – East Coast Full Time NEW

Join the dynamic team at Ocean Heroes as the Free Events Program Coordinator – East Coast.

In this full-time role, you will be responsible for coordinating and executing a range of free surfing events for the neurodiverse community across New South Wales & Queensland. The role will primarily be based across the Sydney metro beaches (Bondi, Manly, Maroubra and Cronulla), with regional travel across the East coast (including Northern Rivers, Gold Coast, Noosa). This position will involve fundraising activities/events throughout the year. Working closely with the Operations Supervisor – East Coast, you will play a vital part in delivering engaging, impactful experiences that align with the organisations mission. Having surfing or ocean experience is highly desirable, check out what we do here!

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Coordinating and running the Ocean Heroes East Coast Free Events Program
Coordinating and managing the Ocean Heroes volunteer community
Assisting with sponsorship, partnerships, and grant opportunities
Meeting with key stakeholders in NSW and QLD
Assisting with organisation administration, marketing, and operations
Maintaining, purchasing, and managing equipment
Other duties as required

ESSENTIAL

To demonstrate empathy and compassion towards volunteers, participants and families who attend Ocean Heroes Free Events program
Competent and comfortable in the ocean and beach environment
To be able to work well within a team environment
Hold a valid NSW working with children check
Hold a current NSW drivers license
To have flexibility around work times and locations
To be able to travel for events and work weekends

DESIRABLE:

Comfortable setting up and managing events
Experience working within the NFP/charity sector
Experience in fundraising, sponsorships & partnerships

WHAT WE OFFER:

Flexible work hours
Salary Sacrificing options (TBC)
Travel throughout NSW, QLD & WA
Working from home and shared office options
The ability and opportunity to create programs from the ground up
A competitive hourly rate of pay
A work phone (iPhone) and laptop
Access to the work vehicle for events and day-to-day operations

Applications should include a cover letter and resume which address the selection criteria, and should be addressed to Lachlan McArthur, Ocean Heroes East Coast Operations Supervisor [email protected]