As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Lead one of Australia's most respected university sport and high-performance programs.
• Shape the future of sport as a member of Bond University's Leadership Team.
• Build on a legacy of excellence while advancing a bold vision for the next chapter.

Director of Sport
Office of the Chief Operating Officer 
Full-time, 5-year appointment
Position Reference No: 184675343

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependants#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Overview of Bond Sport

Sport is a cornerstone of Bond University's identity, reputation and student experience. Through the iconic Bond Bull Sharks brand, Bond Sport delivers excellence across more than 30 sports, spanning high-performance programs, competitive success, student participation and community engagement. Supported by world-class facilities and a proud history of achievement, Bond Sport is widely recognised as one of Australia's leading university sport programs.

With Brisbane 2032 on the horizon and sport playing an increasingly important role in student recruitment, partnerships and institutional growth, Bond Sport is well positioned to build on its success and further strengthen its profile nationally and internationally.

About the Position

Bond University is seeking a dynamic, highly experienced and adaptable leader to drive the next chapter of Bond Sport's success. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and forming part of the COO Executive Team, the Director of Sport will lead the development and implementation of the University's Sports Strategy for 2027-2032 and beyond, ensuring sport continues to deliver exceptional outcomes across participation, performance, engagement and commercial sustainability.

Leading a highly experienced team, the Director of Sport will oversee the University's diverse sporting portfolio, from tier-one high-performance programs and elite athlete pathways through to student clubs, inter-university competition and recreational participation. The role will also cultivate key relationships across government, sporting bodies, industry, donors, sponsors and community partners, while identifying opportunities to strengthen Bond's profile, partnerships and impact.

Equally comfortable in the boardroom and on the playing field, the successful candidate will operate at both a strategic and operational level, providing trusted advice to senior University leadership while fostering a culture of excellence across Bond Sport.

About the Person

You are an accomplished leader with the strategic vision, commercial acumen and leadership capability to drive the continued success of a high-profile sporting organisation.

The ideal applicant will have the following:

• Senior leadership experience within sport, with a proven ability to deliver strong performance outcomes.
• A track record of developing and executing strategy that drives growth, sustainability and organisational impact.
• Strong commercial capability, including experience building partnerships, securing revenue opportunities and enhancing organisational profile.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the credibility to influence and build relationships across sport, industry, government and executive leadership environments.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams and cultures.
• Outstanding communication and ambassadorial skills, with the ability to represent an organisation at the highest levels.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in sport, business or a related discipline.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a respected sport leader to build on an already successful foundation and help shape the next era of Bond Sport, enhancing its impact, reputation and contribution across the University, the sporting sector and the broader community.

Candidate Booklet

To obtain a copy of the Candidate Booklet (which includes the position description), please email your request to: talent@bond.edu.au. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Annelize Oosthuizen, Talent Acquisition Lead, via talent@bond.edu.au  

How to Apply for this Position

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• Upload your Resume - your account will be created automatically, or
• Manually enter your details to set up your account.

Please ensure your application includes:

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Essential Attributes outlined in the Position Description in the Candidate Booklet.

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Applications close: 11.59pm, Monday, 14 September 2026.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link: Applying for Jobs at Bond

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity.  In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at any time during the recruitment process.

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