Join the Skate Australia Roller Derby Technical Committee

Skate Australia is seeking dedicated individuals from across Australia to join the Skate Australia Roller Derby Technical Committee.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development, governance, and progression of roller derby at a national and international level.

About the Committee

The Skate Australia Roller Derby Technical Committee will play a crucial role in:

• Advocating for the needs of the roller derby community within Skate Australia

• Developing policies and programs to support leagues, athletes, and officials

• Enhancing pathways for player development and high-performance athletes

• Promoting inclusion and diversity to ensure a welcoming space for all participants

• Supporting officials, both skating and non-skating, in their training and advancement

• Fostering collaboration between leagues, coaches, and athletes to strengthen roller derby nationwide

  
  

Skate Australia Roller Derby National Committee Terms of Reference.pdf

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Who We’re Looking For

We want a diverse and well-rounded committee that reflects all aspects of the roller derby community. Applicants from all over Australia are encouraged to apply, and we welcome individuals from various backgrounds, including:

Ideal candidates may include:

• Players (all levels, including high-performance athletes)

• Coaches and trainers

• Officials (both skating referees and NSOs)

• League administrators and community leaders

• High-performance roller derby athletes representatives

• Inclusion and diversity advocates

• Anyone passionate about supporting and growing roller derby in Australia

Why Join?

By being part of the committee, you will:

• Help shape the future of roller derby in Australia

• Work directly with Skate Australia to ensure the sport is well-represented and supported

• Make a real impact in areas like athlete development, officiating, and inclusivity

• Strengthen connections across the roller derby community nationwide

• Gain valuable experience in governance, sports administration, and strategic development

Commitment & Expectations

• Members are expected to:

• Attend monthly committee meetings (virtual and/or in-person as required)

• Provide input and expertise based on your experience in roller derby

• Collaborate with Skate Australia and the wider community to develop initiatives

• Be a voice for the derby community, ensuring fair and inclusive representation

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about roller derby and want to contribute to its growth at a national and international level, we’d love to hear from you!

Your Roller Derby experience

• How long you’ve been involved in roller derby

• Your role(s) (e.g. skater, official, coach, volunteer, announcer, etc.)

• Teams or leagues you’ve been part of

• Any standout events, tournaments, or experiences

Committee or leadership experience (if any)

• Any committees, boards, or working groups you've been part of

• Your role and what you helped achieve

• Skills you bring (e.g. organisation, communication, event planning, budgeting, etc.)

What You can bring to the committee

•  Areas you’re interested in supporting (e.g. media, uniforms, training, fundraising, athlete support, etc.)

• Specific skills or knowledge you have (e.g. social media, grant writing, community engagement, admin, legal, coaching)

• Any other ways you think you can add value or contribute to the growth of roller derby

Expressions Of Interest close at 11:59pm, Monday 14 July 2025

Submit your application via admin@skateaustralia.org.au

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more inclusive, and thriving roller derby community in Australia!