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Game Development Officer (Women & Girls)
Baseball Queensland seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Game Development Officer to lead initiatives aimed at expanding female participation in baseball across the state. This exciting role will focus on growing and sustaining women’s and girls’ involvement in baseball, from grassroots to competition levels. You’ll work closely with schools, sporting organisations, and local clubs to create a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment for female athletes of all ages.
EMPLOYMENT CLASS
Full-time (3 year contract)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and Implement Childcare Centre Programs: Introduce baseball to children in childcare centres, providing their first experience with the sport in a safe and engaging space, while linking them to local club competitions or junior T-Ball pathways.
Organise Girls’ Pre-season T-Ball Carnivals: Deliver regionally based participation events that allow young female players to experience baseball and create additional playing opportunities and pathways.
After School Sports Programs: Create and facilitate baseball programs aimed at female youth, giving participants the opportunity to experience baseball in a social or school setting.
Female-specific Skills Clinics: Develop and deliver clinics focused on playing and officiating skills to support the growth of youth and adult women in baseball.
Coordinate Come and Try Events: Host region-specific events to engage female players of all ages, giving them the opportunity to connect with local clubs and explore baseball.
Support Women’s League Competitions: Assist in supporting women’s leagues in high-demand regions and create programs that celebrate women’s and girls’ involvement in baseball at the club level.
Female Pathways: Help support and develop female pathways and playing opportunities, from grassroots participation to competition, ensuring a clear progression for players of all ages and skill levels while fostering an inclusive and encouraging environment.
Inclusivity: Support and develop Baseball Queensland’s diversity and inclusivity programs, providing opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to participate, while ensuring everyone feels welcome, included, and valued within the baseball community.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Passionate about growing female participation in sports, particularly baseball
- Experience in sport development, event planning, or community engagement
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of baseball is desirable but not essential
REQUIREMENTS
- Employment subject to a Police history check
- Hold a current driver’s licence with access to own vehicle
- Working with Children “Blue Card”
BENEFITS
- Laptop
- Mobile phone
- Fuel allowance
Apply now via Seek:
Game Development Officer (Women & Girls)
If you have any questions, please contact:
Sam Cawdron, Game Development Manager
GAME DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Cairns & townsville)
Baseball Queensland (BQ) is seeking two passionate and motivated Game Development Officers to join our team, one based in Cairns and one based in Townsville. This role is focused on growing the game of baseball in the local community by working with schools, clubs, and stakeholders. You will be responsible for delivering participation programs, rolling out pilot programs, organising BQ events, and expanding Baseball5 in the region.
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the development of baseball in North Queensland.
EMPLOYMENT CLASS
Part Time (5 hours per week)
Coach Grade 2 @ $34.61 per hour.
Opportunities for additional hours available through school and program delivery.
qualifications
- Previous experience in sports development, coaching, or a related field.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for baseball and sports development.
- Experience working with children and young people is highly desirable.
* BQ can assist in applying for your Blue Card and/ or achieving a Level of Baseball Coach Accreditation
key responsibilities
- Liaison and Co-Ordination: Collaborate with local clubs in Cairns to assist in the rollout of participation and coach education programs
- Program Delivery: Deliver engaging and effective Baseball participation sessions to school-aged children.
- Coach Development: Work with and support local community junior club coaches with existing BQ initiatives
- Expand Baseball5 : Actively promote and grow Baseball5 by introducing it to schools and community groups, organising events, and creating pathways for continued participation.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role by Friday the 4th of October.
Baseball QLD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join us in promoting the exciting sport of Baseball and make a lasting impact on our clubs and community!
Apply now via Seek:
Game Development Officer: Cairns
Game Development Officer: Townsville
CASUAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Love baseball and want to help grow the sport?
Baseball Queensland are looking for individuals who are passionate and have the desire to help promote baseball to primary schools throughout Brisbane, Gold Coast and North Queensland. The main objective of this role is to deliver entry-level programs to primary school-aged students whilst promoting local baseball clubs. Your passion, commitment, and drive to get kids physically active is important to us – not necessarily an intricate understanding of the game.
To be successful in this role you will have strong communication skills with the ability to relate positively with children and adults along with a demonstrated ability to adapt to program changes including session time, type and group size.
EMPLOYMENT CLASS
Casual – Requisite equipment and apparel will be provided by Baseball QLD
essential selection criteria
- Driver’s licence and own transport
- Working with Children Check- Blue Card
- Community Sport – Essential coaching course
- Current Baseball Coach Accreditation – Available to work during school hours
* BQ can assist in applying for your Blue Card and/ or achieving a Level of Baseball Coach Accreditation
desired characteristics
- Good communication skills
- Adaptability (ability to adapt the delivery of a program to suit the needs of participants)
- Highly organised
- Well presented
- Reliable and punctual
location, dates & times
Location
- Brisbane and Surrounds
- Gold Coast
- Townsville
- Cairns
Dates & Times
- During school hours
- Hours will vary and subject to availability and bookings
To express your interest or for further enquiries please contact:
Game Development Manager
BQ EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER
For any questions, please email us at media@baseballqld.asn.au
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