IE&D Event Operations Specialist

At Tennis Australia, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone.

From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
 

We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
 

We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
 

About the role

Joining us in a full‑time, max‑term role as an Inclusion, Equity & Diversity Pathways & Events Specialist (IE&D), you will support an inclusive annual events calendar that grows participation in Wheelchair, Intellectual Disability and Autism, Deaf Hard of Hearing, Blind Low Vision and Para‑Standing tennis. 

The role will also be asked to support the planning and delivery of other key tennis events that support Tennis Australia’s aspiration to be a fully inclusive and accessible sport including the delivery of the Glam Slam, the National Indigenous Tennis Carnival and other events that provide a platform for players from these communities to connect and compete. 

Reporting to the National Lead of IE&D Pathway Events, in this role you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the development and delivery of the annual performance calendar for Wheelchair tennis, including the AO Wheelchair tournament.
• Providing operational and administrative support to ensure all DE&I events are delivered smoothly on budget and in line with governing‑body requirements.
• Leading the delivery of key national championships, including the Australian BLV Championships, DHoH Open and IDA Championships.
• Managing the creation and delivery of competitive opportunities across IDA, DHOH, BLV and Para‑Standing tennis.
• Spearheading the planning and delivery of the AO Glam Slam, our LGBTQ+ inclusive community tournament, in partnership with the AO Event Operations team.
• Supporting the planning and on‑ground delivery of the National Indigenous Tennis Carnival, working closely with Tennis NT to uphold our values and RAP commitments.
   

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience planning and delivering events for diverse and inclusive athlete groups.
• Ability to stay calm, adaptable and effective in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• Strong understanding of Australia’s DE&I sports landscape and governance frameworks.
• Tertiary qualifications in administration, project management or marketing (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong, collaborative stakeholder relationships.
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check
• Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia

What’s to love?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates
• Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking
• Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners

To Apply

If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. 

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact recruit@Tennis.com.au.

Applications close 22 April 2026, however we will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.

Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

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