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Sports Development Officer

OSCA 411932·ANZSCO 452321

Employed

990

Part-time share

30.4%

Female share

40.3%

Median age

31 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Sports Development Officer is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation and Diploma of Sport.

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About this career

Develops, promotes, delivers and manages a range of community sport and recreation activities and programs.

What they typically do

  • Develops and implements sports development programs and initiatives
  • Promotes and markets sports and activities to the community
  • Provides guidance and support to individuals and groups in developing their sports skills
  • Organises and coordinates sports events, competitions and training sessions
  • Collaborates with schools, community organisations and sporting clubs to increase sports participation
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of sports development programs

Where they work

Arts and Recreation Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
31.1%
VIC
22.5%
QLD
20.5%
WA
13.3%
SA
6.1%
ACT
3.4%
NT
1.9%
TAS
1.5%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Sports Development Officer.