Community Coordinator

Community Coordinator

• Work for an iconic organisation in a supportive team environment
• Enjoy the staff benefits
• Be a part of a high performing team for an iconic organisation with excellent staff benefits
• Newly created position within the Commercial Operations & Partnerships department

The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) has the public responsibility of managing one of the largest and the most successful stadiums in Australia and the world – the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The MCG is more than just a stadium, it’s an Australian icon and a meeting place for generations past, present and future.

The MCG is host to more than 70 major events and attracts over three million visitors annually. The MCC is the largest sporting club in the country with over 150,000 members and also manages 13 sporting sections with participation over 2,600. The Australian Sports Museum (ASM) has its home at the MCG, celebrating the country’s rich sporting history, which is also managed by the MCC.

About the team and role

The Commercial Operations & Partnerships Department is responsible for the MCC’s marketing initiatives, communications, publicity, issues management, community partnerships, corporate sales, business development, advertising, merchandise and commercial arrangements with sponsors, suppliers and partners.

A new unique opportunity has been created for an enthusiastic Community Coordinator. Reporting to the Community Manager, this role’s goal is to support the management of the Melbourne Cricket Club Foundation Community Support Program and delivery of CSR initiatives at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Key responsibilities of the Community Coordinator include (but are not limited to):

• Provide administrative and operational support to the management of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) Foundation Community Support Program.
• Support the CSR activities of the MCC’s managed venue, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), by overseeing involvement in Melbourne City Mission’s Sleep at the ‘G, Fight MND’s Big Freeze at the ‘G, venue hirer activities and other initiatives as they arise.
• Contribute to the process and fulfillment of inbound requests of the MCC Foundation and MCG, including the stadium’s light up program and donations.
• Work collaboratively with the Community team to provide support in delivering, implementing and integrating the action items outlined in the MCC’s commitment to reconciliation.
• Support the collation of evaluation and impact reports across the community team’s projects, partnerships and initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will have a passion for philanthropy, a university qualification in management, sports management, public relations, communications, marketing, philanthropy or another relevant field, and 1-2 years employment experience in these areas.

It is essential you also have the following:

• Proven success in providing administrative and operational support in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and organisational skills to successfully meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptionally high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• An appreciation of Australia’s cultural heritage and sporting history.
• Understanding and awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and issues.

If this interests you and you have the experience, qualification and the skillset outlined above, we would love to hear from you. You can do this by submitting your application including a cover letter, a current CV and complete the online questionnaire by clicking on the “Apply” on this page.

Applications close on 25th April 2025. Please note this ad may be withdrawn prior to the closing date depending upon the volume of applications received.

***Please note, agency submissions will not be considered for this position***

The Melbourne Cricket Club is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. We provide adjustments including alternate formats to the recruitment process for candidates including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats) or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact the People & Culture Team on [email protected] if this is your preferred method of communication (no applications will be accepted via this mailbox. All applications need to be submitted through our online system via the ad application).

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, contractors, and patrons, as part of the conditions of the offer of employment, successful candidates must have had two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or provide evidence of a lawful exemption. The MCC will discuss the exemption & your personal circumstances with you.

The MCC is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for everyone including children & young people and has zero tolerance to child abuse and harm.

As part of our pre-employment checks, this role is subject to relevant background checks including National & International police checks, right to work in Australia & Victorian Working with Children checks.

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