The Coach Development Officer – Foundations plays a key role in developing and accrediting coaches across Victoria, with a strong focus on community and grassroots programs. 

You will support the delivery of coach education courses and development initiatives across Basketball Victoria competitions, working closely with affiliated associations to build coaching capability at a local level. The role contributes to high-quality, practical coaching education aligned with the Basketball Australia National Coach Development Framework (CDF). 

This is a hands-on role suited to someone passionate about coaching, education, and supporting the growth of a strong community coaching workforce across the state. 

About Us  

Basketball Victoria (BV) is the peak body for the sport of Basketball in Victoria. The broad objectives of BV are to provide for the advancement, encouragement, conduct, promotion and administration of Basketball in Victoria. We are a member driven governing body, providing a range of services, leagues and competitions for over 140 affiliated associations.? 

In addition to supporting?our affiliated Basketball associations, BV delivers a number of participation programs making basketball Everybody’s Game, as well as player, coach and technical official development programs to encourage the development of socially desirable attitudes and values towards physical fitness, skill acquisition and performance pathways.? 

Key responsibilities for the role, but not limited to: 

• Support the delivery and administration of Basketball Victoria’s Mandatory Coach Accreditation Program, with responsibility for Participation and Competition Bronze level coaches. 
• Deliver approved Participation, Competition, and School Coach accreditation courses. 
• Assist with scheduling, promotion, reaccreditation, and compliance monitoring of coach accreditation programs. 
• Maintain and administer the BV Coach Database and Qualification Management System (QMS), including responding to enquiries and identifying coach progression opportunities. 
• Support coach development initiatives, facilitator development, and the creation and maintenance of coaching resources. 
• Assist with coach evaluations, development projects, clinics, workshops, and conferences. 
• Support affiliated associations to develop and strengthen local coach development structures. 
• Undertake other duties as directed by the Coach Education Manager, consistent with the role. 

Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Build effective relationships with affiliated associations and key stakeholders. 
• Support the delivery of Basketball Victoria’s coach development strategy and broader organisational objectives. 

About you 

To be successful in this role, you will have the following experience:? 

You are a passionate and knowledgeable basketball coach with a strong commitment to community and grassroots development. You have experience supporting and delivering coach education programs and enjoy working hands-on with coaches, volunteers, and affiliated associations. With an understanding of the Basketball Australia National Coach Development Framework (CDF), you help deliver practical, engaging learning experiences. You are organised, proactive, and motivated by building a strong, inclusive coaching workforce across Victoria. 

This role will be based at Wantirna South but involves travel around Victoria and includes nights and weekend activity. Employees will be reimbursed for travel expenses. 

Preferred experience: 

Essential  

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of coaching basketball. 
• Holds, or ability to obtain, Basketball Australia Representative Coach and Basketball Victoria Facilitator accreditations. 
• Strong understanding of community basketball, including working with volunteers in Victoria. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present to groups. 
• Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships. 
• Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment. 
• Well-developed organisation and time management skills. 
• Willingness to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends. 
• Innovative approach with willingness to adopt new technologies and processes. 
• Working knowledge of financial planning and reporting. 
• Understanding of Child Safety standards and requirements. 

Desirable 

• Hold or be able to attain a FIBA Coach Facilitators Accreditation. 
• Knowledge, experience and skill in negotiation, mediation and dispute resolution. 
• Skills and experience in the field of education. 

Qualifications 

• Basketball Australia Representative Coach accreditation, or ability to obtain. 
• Basketball Victoria Facilitator accreditation, or ability to obtain. 
• Current Victorian Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain). 
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence. 

Why join our team?

• At Basketball Victoria, we’re committed to building an inclusive and values-led sport for everyone. You’ll join a purpose-driven organisation with a supportive team culture, flexible working arrangements, and a clear focus on community wellbeing.  
• Opportunity to work for the state governing body of Australia’s fastest-growing team sport.   
• Hybrid work-from-home and in-office arrangements, based at the State Basketball Centre to support your work-life balance.   
• Friendly and inclusive culture, supporting diversity and employee wellbeing.   
• Free onsite gym, and discounts from our commercial partners.   
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental well-being.   
• Generous parental leave, long service leave, and to top it off, an extra holiday we call BV Day!   
• Enjoy complimentary or discounted tickets to major basketball games and events.  
• Free secure parking on site.

Our Child Safety Commitment 

BV is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Our members, volunteers and employees understand that child safety is everyone’s responsibility. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect. We are committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect them. This includes but is not limited to the cultural safety of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children, children from diverse cultural, linguistic, and/or religious backgrounds, children who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex (LGBTI), and children with a disability. 

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory proof of eligibility to work in Australia, reference checks, a Police Check and a Working With Children Check. All applicants must have a current Victorian Driver’s License. 

Basketball Victoria recognises the value of an inclusive and diverse work environment and we encourage applications from diverse candidates. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.?