ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

Collingwood Basketball Association works at the centre of one of the most diverse communities in Victoria. The association engages more than 1,800 participants across Melbourne’s inner north, including young people and families from migrant and refugee backgrounds, First Nations communities, and those experiencing social and economic disadvantage.

CBA is focused on creating culturally safe, inclusive environments where all participants feel they belong. This includes co designed programs, stronger partnerships with local organisations, and clear pathways from participation through to leadership and employment.

Through this work, CBA is building its internal capability to respond to community needs, challenge bias, and embed cultural understanding across all programs, staff, and volunteers.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the General manager, this role strengthens connection between Collingwood Basketball Association multicultural communities by building trust, deepening relationships, and creating clear pathways into basketball. The role works with community to co-design programs that reflect local needs and lived experience, driving participation, belonging, and long term connection. It also works with club staff and volunteers to support cultural safety across the organisation and a new model for inclusive community sport.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

This is a hybrid role based at Collingwood Basketball Stadium. Staff are required to work a minimum of three days per week in the office, with the remaining time able to be worked remotely, subject to operational requirements.Given the nature of the role, regular evening and weekend work is required. Office based days should align with key operational activity, team collaboration, and peak delivery periods.

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

For any questions about the role, contact the General Manager at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.