The National Gay Basketball Association (NGBA) is an all-inclusive organization dedicated to providing the LGBTQ+ community and its allies with a well-organized, supportive and welcoming sporting environment. We are committed to uniting athletes, communities, and cultures on and off the court while promoting national and international competition, providing health education and access to play the game. The NGBA offers underserved LGBTQ+ communities the resources needed to start open play, start league play, and access to tournaments hosted by the NGBA.
Communications Contractor
6 – 20 hours per week
August 2024 – January 2025
The Communications Contractor will support and uplift the mission of the NGBA by maintaining social media platforms, producing tournament content and engaging members.
Responsibilities
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- Manage social media accounts by posting content that clearly communicates our brand and our impact, replying to incoming questions, and interacting with other organizations and people relevant to our work
- Ensure that NGBA’s messages and voice around our mission and values are complete and uniform throughout all communications
- Drive engagement by welcoming new players; surveying and gathering feedback from players and captains
- Work with league ambassadors to promote leagues through shared content
- Create content at tournaments
- Manage the NGBA website, maintaining up-to-date information, and ensuring website content contains key information, tells our story well, clearly communicates our impact and gives people opportunities to get involved
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- Website:
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- Strong ability to craft compelling narratives and effectively communicate the NGBA’s story and mission through visual design and content placement
- Ability to create/write engaging and brand-consistent content
- Improve our site user experience and create an effective/smooth site map
- Proficiency in website languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Preferred in-depth knowledge of CMS tools and managed hosting services
- Knowledgeable in SEO and promoting site and content
- Ability to streamline, organize, and expand our current site and elements
- Ability to effectively manage time and ensure the completion of projects on schedule
- Media skills like graphic design or audio/video recording preferred, such as familiarity with InDesign, FinalCutPro, Premiere Pro, Logic Pro
- Photography and videography experience a plus
- Make our site as accessible as possible (reading levels, physical accessibility, mobile readability, etc).
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Job Requirements & Qualifications
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- 6-20 hours per week, with potential for additional hours depending on project requirements
- 5 month contract, August – January 2025 with opportunity for extensions based on need and performance
- Detail-oriented, organized, and process-driven professional
How to Apply
Link to apply here: TinyUrl.com/NGBACommContractor
Please be prepared to provide the following:
- Your resume
- Any relevant work samples
- At least 2 references – This should be clients you’ve worked with in the past or people who can share about projects you’ve previously worked on
Operations Contractor
6 – 20 hours per week
October 2024 – January 2024
The Operations Contractor will work closely with the Operations Team to plan and execute NGBA tournaments.
Responsibilities
- Planning and Coordination: Organize all aspects of the tournament, including scheduling games and coordinating with captains, officials, and the venue
- Logistics Management: Handle logistics such as accommodations procurement and social events
- Game Day Operations: Oversee the smooth running of tournament events
- Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for captains, head referee, volunteer club, and venue staff
- Budget Management: Monitor expenses related to tournament operations and staying within allocated budgets
- Marketing and Promotion: Assist in promoting the tournament through various channels to attract participants and spectators
- Documentation: Maintain records and documentation related to tournament operations, including contracts, waivers, and insurance
- Post-Tournament Evaluation: Conduct evaluations and debriefings with the Operations Team to assess the success of the tournament and identify areas for improvement
Job Requirements & Qualifications
- 6-20 hours per week, with potential for additional hours depending on tournament requirements
- 3 month contract, August – November 2024 with opportunity for extensions based on need and performance
- Detail-oriented, organized, and ability to multitask to complete a wide variety of tasks and projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Ability to function with and without close supervision
- Passion for basketball and event management
Compensation & Benefits
$30-35 per hour (depending on strengths and experience). This is a contract position that does not provide employee benefits.
How to Apply
Link to apply here: TinyUrl.com/NGBAOpContractor
Please be prepared to provide the following:
- Your resume
- 2 references
Head Referee Contractor
Job Description
The Head Referee will be responsible for the management of all matters directly relating to referees and scorekeepers including:
- Evaluating the certification level of available referees and partnering with the local referee scheduler for each tournament
- Communicating and reviewing the tournament schedule and game rules with the referees and scorekeepers
- Managing referees and scorekeepers during each tournament and providing assistance as needed
- Fostering a professional environment with referees and players
- Maintaining daily incident log during tournaments and completing incident reports post tournament
Desired Qualifications
- Current NCAA certified official
- Minimum 3 years experience as a referee
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to manage volunteers
- Capability of working with a wide range of individuals
- Records maintenance skills
- Ability to operate calmly and effectively under stressful conditions
- Organizing and coordinating skills
How to Apply
Link to apply here: Tinyurl.com/NGBAheadreferee
Please be prepared to provide the following:
- Your resume
- 2 references
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The NGBA is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex are encouraged to apply. The NGBA maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability, former incarceration status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by statute.
