Executive Officer - Sports Turf Association (WA)

About the role

As Executive Officer, you will be the driving force behind the day-to-day operations of the Association while helping deliver the Committee's vision for a stronger, more connected, and influential sports turf industry. You will coordinate member engagement activities, industry events, stakeholder relationships, communications, sponsorship initiatives, and advocacy programs that support the growth and recognition of the profession. This is an autonomous and flexible role suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is passionate about supporting an industry and its people.

Whilst this is a flexible, work-from-home based role, the strength of STA WA lies in the connections we build across the industry. As a result, the successful candidate will occasionally be required to attend committee meetings, industry events, networking functions, training programs, and stakeholder meetings in person. These opportunities provide valuable face-to-face engagement with members and industry partners and are an important part of representing and growing the Association.

Key responsibilities

• Support the implementation of STA WA's strategic objectives and industry advocacy initiatives
  
• Foster meaningful relationships with members, sponsors, industry partners, local governments, sporting organisations, and government agencies
  
• Coordinate professional development programs, workshops, seminars, networking events, and industry conferences
  
• Promote the interests and achievements of the sports turf industry through targeted communications and engagement activities
  
• Manage member services, membership growth, and retention initiatives
  
• Prepare and distribute newsletters, website content, social media updates, and other communications
  

• Maintain organisational records, CRM systems, and reporting requirements
  
• Assist with sponsorship acquisition and partner engagement activities
  
• Manage general administration and financial record keeping using Xero or similar systems
  

About you

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
  
• Experience in administration, association management, membership organisations, or a similar role
  
• Proven ability to coordinate projects, events, and communications
  
• Experience using CRM systems and digital communication platforms
  
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
  
• Ability to work independently and proactively
  
• Experience working with industry associations, not-for-profit organisations, or membership-based groups (desirable)
  
• Experience using Xero or similar accounting software (desirable)
  
• Understanding of the sports turf, parks, recreation, local government, landscape, environmental, or sporting sectors (desirable)
  

About us

The Sports Turf Association of Western Australia (STA WA) represents professionals responsible for the management of sporting grounds, recreational facilities, parks and open spaces. STA WA plays a vital role in supporting industry excellence, professional development, networking, and advocacy. STA WA is committed to fostering a strong, connected, and progressive sports turf industry through advocacy, education, networking, and professional development.

Applications Close 5pm Friday 18 September, 2026

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