The Performance & Pathways Coordinator is responsible for providing operational support for the Performance & Pathways team as they lead the way in delivering positive experiences that challenge and inspire a drive to strive for success.
Reporting to: GM - Performance and Pathways
Type: 12 month Fixed Term Contract
NETBALL NSW OVERVIEW
Netball NSW is a not-for-profit organisation, governed by a Board of Directors and managed by professional staff. Netball NSW is the peak state sporting organisation responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of netball throughout New South Wales and is a member organisation of Netball Australia.
Netball NSW provides the framework for approximately 115,000 registered members and over 150,000 total participants to enjoy netball at all levels throughout New South Wales. Our sport continues to grow both on and off the court and much of this success can be attributed to the wide range of programs, facilities and services Netball NSW offers to its members and participants - from the grassroots level through to the elite, professional level.
Netball NSW has a proud history of elite netball teams and athletes’ performances in national and international competition. Over 300 athletes have proudly represented NSW in elite competition since the inception of the national netball league in 1997 and then the ANZ Championship. 2017 saw the introduction of the Suncorp Super Netball, the top Australian domestic competition which includes two NSW elite teams, the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and Administration Management
- Manage the administrative processes to enable the Performance team to work efficiently and effectively including development and updating of:
- Planning documents and invoice system o Marketing plan and website updates
- Team program calendar
- Coordinate performance staff weekly communication
- Manage all programs communication platforms
- Manage the efficient administration of athlete development programs such as NSW Teams, First Nations State Team, Emerging Talent squads, Marie Little Shield, Train on Squad, Waratah Academy and Sydney Netball Academy including:
- Flights, accommodation and uniform orders
- Communication with coaches, support teams, athletes and parents
- Communication with Netball Australia and other partners
- Booking of courts, specialist coaches and education presenters
- Wellness support for athletes and performance staff
- Marketing plan coordination and website updates
- Manage and develop the efficient and effective administration of selection trials for State Teams, First Nations State Team, Marie Little State Team Emerging Talent, Train on Squad, Waratah Academy and Sydney Netball Academy including:
- Promotion and registration
- Athlete profiling
- Selection process and draws
- Workforce communication and payment
- Innovation for excellence
- Assist the Performance & Pathways team where needed in delivering their vision of Performance & Pathways programs
Other Duties
- Abide by, promote and actively enforce Netball NSW policies.
- Actively participate and be part of the Netball NSW Team, where applicable.
- Any other duties as requested by the Executive General Manager, Community & Pathways
SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience
- Relevant Tertiary qualifications or a minimum one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a related field of employment ideally in the sports industry that includes delivery of competitions, events and programs.
- Ability to implement initiatives and recognise opportunities for improvements.
- Current drivers license and own vehicle.
Knowledge and skills
- Clear, professional and excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A high level of computer expertise covering Microsoft Office and data base skills.
- Proven ability to effectively plan and prioritise work and maximise the use of internal and external resources to achieve agreed results.
- Well-developed planning and program management skills.
- Ability to resolve conflicts.
- Excellent interpersonal, networking and presentation skills.
- Thorough understanding of the sporting culture and not for profit organisations, including working with a volunteer workforce.
- Demonstrated organisational and planning skills.
- Understanding of the operations and structure of Clubs/Associations.
Personal Attributes
- Professional and proactive attitude.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Prepared to travel, as required, and acknowledge that flexible work hours may be required, this may include evening and weekend work.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
- Problem solving
- Customer focus
- Work Health and Safety
- Passionate and prepared to go above and beyond.
- Commitment to Netball NSW Values.
CHILD SAFE ORGANISATION
Please note: Netball NSW is committed to protecting Children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. All candidates must have a valid Working with Children Check.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Netball NSW is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; the LGBTQIA+ community; and other under-represented groups.
WHY WORK FOR US?
NNSW strives to offer a range of benefits to support a healthy work environment and a sustainable work-life balance, no matter your role and stage in life
- Additional leave day for your Birthday;
- Free parking for those that have to drive to work or 800m walk to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station;
- NNSW funded membership with the Connected Membership exclusively for Sydney Olympic Park employees, residents and students providing everyday discounts and exclusive offers including free admission offers and discounted tickets for events at Sydney Olympic Park.
- Free and discounted tickets to NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball home games;
- Pawsivity - bring your four-legged friend to work so you can enjoy their happy presence while you work;
- Wellness programs including: our Employment Assistance Program (EAP); NNSW lunchtime league social sports teams in volleyball, netball, soccer and touch footy.
