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Marketing Assistant - Traineeship - Essendon FC

AFL SportsReady currently has an exciting position available for someone wanting to pursue a career in the Marketing/Business industry.

  • Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced, exciting environment
  • Get paid while studying for a nationally recognised qualification
  • Previous experience not essential
  • Great variety & job satisfaction

ABOUT THE ROLE

AFL SportsReady currently has an exciting position available for someone wanting to pursue a career in the Marketing/Business industry. 

The successful applicant will be legally employed by AFL SportsReady, but will work on-site with Essendon Football Club and receive an accredited Business qualification (on successful completion).

For more information about the Host Employer please visit: www.essendonfc.com.au

Reporting to the Head of Membership, the purpose of this role will be to support the development of the Essendon Football Club as part of their marketing team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides prompt, courteous, accurate and effective service to customers.
  • Answers all calls that come through the switch in a timely manner
  • Answers calls in professional tone and delivers club messages accurately
  • Sorts and distributes all incoming mailing and prepares all outgoing mail each business day
  • Responds and actions emails through the general enquiries and membership inbox
  • Liaises with and provides support to the Club’s various supporter groups including:
    • Cheersquad
    • Jarmy ArmY
    • Interstate/regional supporters
  • Assists Chief Marketing Officer, Head of Membership and Head of Marketing in ad-hoc administrative tasks


SELECTION CRITERIA

essential

  • A permanent right to work in Australia
  • Interest in AFL
  • Strong communication skills
  • Great organisational skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work well within a team
  • Capacity to problem-solve
  • Attention to detail

Preferred

  • Drivers Licence
  • Valid Health Care Card

SALARY

The successful candidate will receive:

  • National Training Wage Award ($19,000 - $25,000)  + 9.5% Superannuation
  • Fully funded qualification

TRAINEE BENEFITS

As a member of the AFL SportsReady team, you can:

  • Earn the national training wage while you learn
  • Take the first steps of your career in an industry of your choice
  • Obtain on-the-job training and essential work experience
  • Complete a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III or IV)
  • Entry to our University partners + course credit (Diploma – conditions apply)
  • Be supported every step of the way

MORE INFORMATION

People with tertiary qualifications need not apply. Position is best suited to a:

  • Recent secondary school leaver

Applications for this position will close: Friday, 04/12/2015, 5PM and must include:

  • A tailored cover letter
  • An up to date resume / CV

 

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