Jake Ritchie

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Sport and Recreation Development | Community Business Development | Driving Sports Participation @ Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS
Jake Ritchie's Location
Shellharbour City Centre, New South Wales, Australia, Australia
About Jake Ritchie

I am dedicated to driving community development and enhancing safety through my work in Sport, Recreation and Training. With extensive experience in the Sport and Recreation industry, I have a proven track record in community engagement, project management, and partnership development. My background includes managing community funding agreements and leading initiatives to foster participation and talent development in remote Aboriginal communities.Currently, as the Illawarra Regional Manager for Royal Life Saving NSW, I lead a team of 9, including administrative and training staff, to ensure the delivery of top-quality training services. I oversee all aspects of the Illawarra Business Unit, including budgeting, human resources, and operations. I also spearhead public awareness campaigns and community outreach efforts to promote water safety, including programs for refugee women and partnerships with local councils and schools.Specialized skills:Community DevelopmentProject ManagementPartnership BuildingBudgeting & Financial ManagementTeam LeadershipCompliance & Quality Assurance

Jake Ritchie's Current Company Details
Royal Life Saving NSW | ACT | TAS

Royal Life Saving Nsw | Act | Tas

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Sport and Recreation Development | Community Business Development | Driving Sports Participation
Jake Ritchie Work Experience Details
  • Royal Life Saving Nsw | Act | Tas
    Regional Manager - Illawarra
    Royal Life Saving Nsw | Act | Tas Oct 2023 - Present
    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
    Royal Life Saving NSW is dedicated to promoting water safety and drowning prevention across the state. As the Illawarra Regional Manager, I lead a permanent and casual team of 9, including administrative and training staff, to deliver top-notch training services to our community and clients. I oversee all aspects of the Illawarra Business Unit, managing budgeting, human resources, and operations. My role includes leading public awareness campaigns, such as media appearances and community outreach, to enhance water safety, notably through programs like Learn to Swim for refugee women. I’ve developed partnerships with local councils, schools, and community groups to broaden water safety education and program access. Ensuring full compliance with RTO standards and regulatory requirements is a priority, along with contributing to statewide water safety policies as a member of the Illawarra Water Safety Committee, including initiatives like the 2024 Multicultural Water Safety Day.
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  • Urban Rec Australia
    League Manager
    Urban Rec Australia May 2023 - Oct 2023
    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
    Urban Rec is a Social Sporting club where members come and play their chosen sport in a safe, friendly environment. As League Manager of Urban Rec Wollongong, I lead a team of 15 staff (event hosts) who run the sporting nights. I am the key contact for all members and stakeholders in the Wollongong area.Currently, we have 76 teams playing in the Illawarra across 3 venues, in 6 different sports.I take responsibility of all facets of the business model, including, HR, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Team Management and Financial Management.
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  • Bowls Nsw Limited
    Education And Training Manager
    Bowls Nsw Limited Jan 2023 - May 2023
    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
    Coordinating and facilitating the education program around BowlsLink- a purpose built Lawn Bowls competition and membership management system. I was also on the Junior Committee where I was able to contribute to help grow the game of Lawn Bowls for youth in NSW.
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  • Wydac - Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation
    Sport Development Coordinator
    Wydac - Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation Jun 2021 - Jan 2023
    Yuendumu, Northern Territory, Australia
    WYDAC provides on the ground support for at risk Youth in Warlpiri communities. WYDAC has multiple departments including Youth Development, Youth Diversion and Children and Family Intensive Support.Based in Yuendumu, 300km North West of Alice Springs, I lead the Sport and Recreation department within WYDAC and focus on Males and Females aged 14-50. Achievements include:- Manage and report on 10 funding contracts to ensure funds are spent correctly and in the communities interest- Employ and work with 5 local Yapa Sport and Recreation workers to provide programs for children, young men and women- Run the Tanami Football League, a summer competition in Yuendumu. I was in charge of all fixturing, operations, marketing and accounting for this league.- Create the first ever Tanami All Stars team- a team comprised of the best young players from Yuendumu, Nyirippi and Willowra . We played our first ever game against South Alice Springs Kangaroos.- Oversee the operation and maintenance of 6 Sports Buses for players to use to take into town for games
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  • Ymca Australia
    Sport And Recreation Program Leader
    Ymca Australia May 2019 - Oct 2021
    Melbourne, Australia
    YMCA Rebuild focuses on incarcerated youth and helps to increase life skills whilst incarcerated. As part of the Sport and Recreation team, I delivered sport and recreation programs to approximately 150-200 prisoners per day.Achievements:- Managed the Sport and Recreation programs for the Indigenous unit of approximately 200 men per day.- Lead a team to deliver the 'Christmas Olympics' which gave the men an opportunity to represent their community in all different sports- Oversee multiple prison competitions. E.g. AFL Season, Basketball competitions and Badminton Competitions
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  • Social Sport
    Venue Manager
    Social Sport Feb 2018 - Jul 2019
    Melbourne, Australia
    Social Sport run Basketball, Futsal and Netball competitions across Melbourne. It creates a fun environment for players who want to play for enjoyment.As a Venue Manager, I led the operations of social sporting leagues across 5 Melbourne venues as well as managing up to 10 referees on any given night.
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  • Williamstown Football Club
    Football Operations Intern
    Williamstown Football Club Oct 2018 - Apr 2019
    Williamstown, Victoria, Australia
    Reporting to the General Manager Football, I interned at VFL Club, Williamstown Seagulls, with a focus on Football Operations.I was given the opportunity to do a whole range of tasks including writing player contracts, coding games through Champion Data and organising the teams pre season camp
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  • Westgate Sports Association
    Supervisor
    Westgate Sports Association Sep 2016 - May 2018
    Melbourne, Australia
    Supervising players, spectators and coaches. Making sure all games are running smoothly and making sure all stakeholders are running in accordance to the bylaws of the Westgate Basketball Association.
  • Afl India
    Tactical Assistant
    Afl India Aug 2017 - Oct 2017
    Working with Indian players in the 2017 International Cup- helping them with skill development, match awareness and communicating with Head coaches, managers and fellow co-workers.
  • Fitkicks Sports Programs
    Coach
    Fitkicks Sports Programs Nov 2015 - Aug 2017
    Point Cook, Victoria, Australia
    Coaching primary school aged kids all different types of sports. They are After school classes based on games, learning and growing confidence in kids.
  • Werribee Football Club
    Statistician
    Werribee Football Club Jan 2013 - Sep 2016
    Melbourne, Australia
    Calling and Entering statistical data through the use of Champion Data for Coaches, managers and players to use.
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Jake Ritchie Skills

Microsoft Office Data Analysis Social Media Problem Solving Supervisory Skills Sports Coaching Customer Service Sales Sports Management

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jake Ritchie

What company does Jake Ritchie work for?

Jake Ritchie works for Royal Life Saving Nsw | Act | Tas

What is Jake Ritchie's role at the current company?

Jake Ritchie's current role is Sport and Recreation Development | Community Business Development | Driving Sports Participation.

What schools did Jake Ritchie attend?

Jake Ritchie attended Intertek Sai Global – Training Institute, Victoria University, Victoria University.

What skills is Jake Ritchie known for?

Jake Ritchie has skills like Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Social Media, Problem Solving, Supervisory Skills, Sports Coaching, Customer Service, Sales, Sports Management.

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