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Senior Project Officer, Growing for Gold
Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference: 851682
Location: 5031 - MILE END
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About us
The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government agency for sport, active recreation and racing. ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the community by providing leadership and support through the development and delivery of funding, policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance pathways.

The ORSR offices are located at the South Australian Sports Institute on the fringe of the Adelaide CBD at Mile End. Check out the video below for a look behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art facilities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAZ73IJsouA

For more information about our agency, please visit:

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing | orsr.sa.gov.au

About the Division - Sector Capability and Partnerships

The Sector Capability and Partnerships division takes a strategic and integrated approach to developing and delivering sport and active recreation initiatives that promote diversity, equity and sustainability. The division focuses on supporting the sport, recreation and racing sector to create inclusive and welcoming environments that encourage lifelong participation, helping to build and sustain a proud, active, and connected community.

Role Highlights
  • Exciting opportunity to expand and deliver a program at a statewide level
  • Foster innovation and inclusive practices across the sector
  • Flexible work environment within a supportive and collaborative culture
Role Details
The Senior Project Officer, Growing for Gold is responsible for coordinating the statewide implementation, delivery and evaluation of the Growing for Gold project. The role is responsible for planning, developing and delivering this project across metropolitan and regional South Australia, ensuring strong alignment with Government priorities and ORSR's strategic outcomes. This includes fostering innovation and growth within the sector, promoting inclusive practices, building the capability of paid staff and volunteers, and increasing participation in sport and active recreation. The role will establish and maintain effective partnerships with state sporting organisations, state recreation organisations, industry bodies, local government and community organisations to successfully deliver program outcomes at scale. The position also provides expert advice and support across ORSR and contributes to broader strategic initiatives, ensuring the Growing for Gold program integrates with wider participation and sector development priorities.

Special Conditions
  • The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
  • The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
  • Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
  • Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
  • This role requires a working with children check.

Essential

  • Tertiary qualifications in Sport and Recreation Management, Project Management, Community Engagement, or other relevant fields.
Classification
ASO5 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range
$92,112 - $102,456 p.a.

Duration
Up to 12 months

Enquiries to
Bridget Senyszyn - Manager, Projects and Partnerships
Phone: 08 8429 3763
Email: bridget.senyszyn@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 06/08/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Senior Project Officer, Growing for Gold (ASO5) - Role Statement - Jun 2026.pdf


Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.