Events Coordinator

ABOUT US

North Melbourne Kangaroos is a modern AFL football club based in the beating heart of urban, inner-city North Melbourne. At the Kangaroos we are known for our fighting spirit – a bold and never beaten attitude that has won us six premierships and allowed us to achieve the extraordinary together. We are a diverse and inclusive club; a family where everyone belongs, united by our fighting spirit.

We are proud to be the first sporting club in Australia to achieve B Corp certification – a recognition of our bold commitment to social responsibility, community impact and doing business for good.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Events Coordinator (12-month parental leave cover) is responsible for supporting the delivery of memorable club, corporate and coterie events that bring the North Melbourne Kangaroos brand to life. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of events, build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to some of the club's most significant functions.

Reporting to the Senior Events Manager, this role will:

• Coordinate the planning and delivery of club, corporate and coterie events.
• Build strong relationships with members, partners, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Manage event communications, invitations and RSVPs through the club's CRM system.
• Support major club and matchday events, ensuring exceptional experiences for attendees.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance event engagement and execution.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a passionate and organised events professional who enjoys creating great experiences, building relationships and thriving in a fast-paced environment. You are proactive, detail-oriented and excited by the opportunity to develop your career in sport and events.

The successful candidate will also have:

• 2-3 years of experience in events, hospitality, sport, marketing or a similar customer-focused environment.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and customers.
• A proactive attitude, creativity and a willingness to learn.
• A genuine interest in sport and delivering outstanding event experiences.

Our ideal candidate can work a wide array of hours with a varying time schedule to suit the seasonal priorities of the football industry. Some interstate travel may be required.

The successful candidate is required to undergo and pass a police check, and hold a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

PERKS & BENEFITS

We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment in which our people can thrive. We live our values of Real, Bold, Belonging and Never Beaten By being authentic in our actions, forming genuine connections and being relentless in our approach to growth and improvement.

In addition to our strong culture, we also offer a number of perks and benefits, including:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Recently renovated head office with lots of spaces to collaborate and work flexibly
• Private spaces available for breastfeeding and prayer
• Ability to substitute certain public holidays for an alternate day of paid leave
• Regular and fun staff events and celebrations through our reward & recognition program  
• A dedicated resource focused on staff health and wellbeing
• A free and confidential coaching and well-being service for staff and their immediate family members
• Dress for Your Day policy
• Access to exclusive offers and discounts through club partners

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Kangaroos strive to be the AFL’s most inclusive, accessible, and united football club. Our value of ‘Belonging’ means we embrace people from all walks of life and respect each other’s opinions and capabilities. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity.

It is well documented that the overall diversity we see in Australian society, whether it be gender expression, culture, ethnicity, sexuality, and/or ability, isn’t accurately reflected in many workforces. Diversity in all its forms is shown to improve an organisation’s ability to innovate, create, problem-solve, grow and so much more. So, even if you only meet 60% of the selection criteria; the many facets of your intersectional self might just make you perfect for the role. Please get in touch to have a chat to see if the role is right for you.