Senior Sport and Recreation Funding Consultant

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference: 857461
Location: 5031 - MILE END
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Agency
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 - Strategy and Investment
The Strategy and Investment division plays a central role in strengthening ORSR's performance, reputation and strategic direction. Through its communications function, it enhances the organisation's profile and public presence, while its business operations and governance teams provide specialised corporate support and advice. Informed by market intelligence, research and evaluation, the division generates industry insights which shape strategy and improve sector outcomes. The funding services team administers the Sports Vouchers Plus program and manages the assessment and allocation of grants across one off, term and ongoing programs that support industry priorities. The division also leads commercial and partnership opportunities that leverage ORSR's assets to drive sustainable revenue and maximise value.

Role Highlights

• Support the continued growth and success of the SA sport and recreation sector
• Flexible work conditions and supportive workplace culture
• Based at the new South Australian Sports Institute facility at Mile End

Role Details
The Senior Sport and Recreation Funding Consultant reports to the Manager, Funding Services and is responsible for leading the planning, coordination and organisation of assigned grant and funding programs. The role is responsible for leading the end-to-end coordination of assigned funding programs. This includes the ongoing development, management and evaluation to ensure that grant programs are managed in a way which fair, equitable and transparent. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required to ensure that the Senior Funding Consultant is able to consult and liaise regularly and effectively with the client base, other government agencies and the recreation and sport industry.

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 National Criminal History check.

Classification
ASO5 - Administrative Services Officer

Salary Range
$92,122 - $102,456 p.a.

Benefits

Bringing your talents to the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• A variety of flexible work and leave arrangements.
• Access to the on-site SASI gym.
• Contemporary office space with secure bike storage and end-of-trip facilities.
• Free parking at our city-fringe Mile End office.
• Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Access to great customised training and career development opportunities.

Duration
Up to 24 months

Enquiries to
Jason Matte - Manager, Funding Services
Phone: 08 8429 3697
Email: Jason.Matte@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 24/09/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Senior Funding Consultant - Role Statement - Sep 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.