The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) was set up to assist the development of Victoria’s best athletes. It was established in 1990 by the State Government as a private trustee company, with its Board of Directors appointed by the Victorian Minister for Sport.
The VIS is located at Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park. The VIS headquarters completed a renovation in February 2023, providing a brand new workspace for athletes and staff. It is a non-residential institute, which utilises Melbourne’s outstanding sporting facilities, to allow high performance athletes to live and train in Melbourne, the sporting capital of Australia.
The VIS operates in partnership with National Sporting Organisations and State Sporting Associations to deliver high performance daily training environments (DTEs) for sports and athletes in support of the National High Performance Sport Strategy outcomes. Our facility and staff help prepare and support future and current Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth Games and World Champion athletes.
Employee Benefits:
The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) provides a supportive work environment for you to be your best whilst supporting Victoria's best athletes. In addition, all employees have access to:
2xu gear to proudly represent the VIS brand
Friday Staff Sport - to get that competitive energy out and socialise with all staff
Heavily subsidised access to St Ali barista coffee and Albert Park parking
Professional development opportunities
Newly renovated office with ergonomic sit/stand desks and plenty of natural light & open windows
Free access to gym, boxing classes and pool/recovery facilities
Job Description
About the role:
As a Sports Dietitian at the VIS, you'll take ownership of nutrition servicing across allocated sports and athletes, working as a trusted member of an interdisciplinary team to drive real performance outcomes. You'll be present in the daily training environment, building meaningful relationships with athletes and coaches, and ensuring nutrition is woven into the fabric of each program - not just an add-on.
Beyond direct service delivery, you'll play an important role in sharing your expertise across the wider team, mentoring and supporting other department members and contributing to a nutrition service that is proactive, innovative, and genuinely athlete-centred.
This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative high performance environment and wants their work to have a direct impact on athletes pursuing Olympic, Paralympic and World Championship success.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Develop and deliver world class sports nutrition programs and services to allocated sports and athletes
Take a proactive approach to athlete support, including screenings, regular communication, check-ins and consults, presence within the DTE, and attendance at interdisciplinary meetings
Work closely with coaches to ensure nutrition servicing aligns with specific athlete and program KPIs
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure common goals and integrated athlete care
Develop strong rapport with athletes to allow for optimal engagement and health and performance outcomes
Monitor supplement use within allocated sports programs in line with VIS Supplement Policy, AIS Supplement Framework, and SIA & WADA regulations
Develop a strategy to broaden athlete support by developing coaches and support staff as educators and implementers of nutrition interventions
Liaise with AIS and NSO Lead Dietitians and Performance staff to ensure strategic alignment with sports and national initiatives
Maintain accurate notes and records using AMS and any other required departmental systems
Support new and existing projects within the Nutrition department, both internal and external to VIS sports and athletes
Participate in ongoing personal and professional development and keep up to date with research and literature relevant to your sports and athletes
Desired Skills and Experience
Required Skills & Experience:
Tertiary qualification in Dietetics
Sports Nutrition specific training – Accredited Sports Dietitian
Member of Dietitians Australia & Sports Dietitians Australia
Minimum 5 years' experience working as a Sports Dietitian in a high performance sporting environment
Demonstrated ability to provide appropriate sports nutrition support in elite sport, including individualised case management
ISAK accreditation – minimum Level 1
Successful completion and currency of Level 1 & 2 Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) accreditation
Successful completion of SIA "Keep Sport Honest" Anti-match fixing education component
Proven experience working within an integrated/interdisciplinary program environment
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, observe confidentiality and use discretion and initiative
Current First-Aid & CPR certificate
Current Victorian Working with Children Check
Current Safeguarding Children Certification
Current driver's licence
Desirable qualifications/experience:
Experience working with weight-making athletes
Experience using the Smartabase AMS platform
Experience with public speaking, content creation, and development of educational materials
Solution focused and a creative problem solver
Positive and optimistic approach
Ability to contribute to the development of the VIS high performance culture and environment
Please NOTE: This is a part-time opportunity with flexible FTE arrangements for the right candidate.
Applications close Sunday 10th May 2026.
The VIS is committed to ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all, celebrating our differences where everyone is valued, included and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, identities, ages, and abilities including those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people with a disability. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable opportunities for all, including making reasonable adjustments in recruitment and workplace processes to ensure everyone can perform at their best.
As an organisation we are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Anyone involved with the VIS must understand their responsibility in relation to child safety. Our organisation requires all applicants to obtain a 'Working with Children Check' prior to appointment.
