NETBALL NSW OVERVIEW

Netball NSW is a not-for-profit organisation governed by a Board of Directors and managed by professional staff. As the peak state sporting body for netball in New South Wales, it is responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of the sport, and is affiliated with Netball Australia.

Netball NSW provides a comprehensive framework supporting approximately 119,000 registered members and more than 150,000 participants across all levels of the game. The sport’s continued growth is driven by the wide range of programs, facilities and services offered, from grassroots participation to professional pathways.

Netball NSW has a strong history of elite performance, with over 300 athletes representing the state since 1997, including through the Suncorp Super Netball competition featuring the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.

GIANTS Netball & NSW Swifts:

Suncorp Super Netball marked a new chapter in Australian netball when it launched in 2017, providing the platform for GIANTS Netball to enter the national competition alongside the NSW Swifts.

Both teams are owned and operated by Netball NSW, with GIANTS Netball formed through a strategic alliance with the GWS GIANTS AFL. The ownership of the two teams is a key strategic initiative for Netball NSW, creating greater opportunities for more than 119,000 registered members across the state. These opportunities include pathways to represent NSW and their clubs at the highest domestic level, as well as increased access for fans to watch the world’s best netballers live.

Both clubs are committed to strong leadership, competitive excellence, and consistently contending for the Suncorp Super Netball title.

Our Vision:

Netball is NSW’s leading sport of choice and opportunity

Our Purpose:

Lead and support our Netball community to grow and thrive

Our Values & Behaviours:

• WELCOMING: We are an inclusive community for everyone.
• ONE TEAM: We respect and value each other.
• BEST ALWAYS: We aspire to excellence.
• INTEGRITY: We play fair and take ownership of our actions.
• FUN: We love what we do.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the role is to manage existing partner relationships and deliver contractual obligations for commercial partners of Netball NSW, NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.  This position is to ensure Netball NSW achieves consistent profitable growth in commercial revenues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Relationship Management

• Maintain strong relationships with existing partners, understanding their partnership and business objectives and measures of success.
• Work with the General Manager - Commercial to provide exceptional service to partners.
• Deliver contractual benefits for Netball NSW, GIANTS Netball and NSW Swifts Partners.
• Identify and create opportunities for partners to leverage their involvement with the sport.
• Coordinate partners at all required events such as Suncorp Super Netball home games, gala dinners, luncheons and other events.
• Manage and produce tracking documents and seasonal reports.
• Support Netball NSW members, Associations, Clubs & individuals throughout commercial opportunities.
• Ensure consistent, profitable growth in revenue through planning and management of partners.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships across all internal departments.

Sales Management

• Work with the General Manager - Commercial to manage renewals of existing partners.
• Develop proposals for renewals and new opportunities for existing partners including presentations.
• Understand and articulate Netball NSW’s value proposition and incorporate it into areas of growth for partnerships.
• Attend and conduct face-to-face meetings.
• Liaise with all areas of the organisation to identify & develop sponsorship opportunities.
• Work with the General Manager - Commercial to ensure a consistent, profitable growth in revenue through positive planning and management of partners

Game Day, Event Management & Promotions

• Manage partner activations at all NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball home games.
• Manage and erect all commercial contracted partner signage for NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball.
• Manage and deliver partner requirements for the quarter time and half-time activations on court.
• Assist with promotional winners and/or partner special guests at the events.
• Deliver partner servicing requirements at all NSW Swifts, GIANTS Netball and Netball NSW events.
• Manage partner content and integration deliverables, alongside relevant members throughout the business.
• Work alongside the business units to leverage Netball NSW, Swifts and GIANTS activity alongside or throughout commercial partnerships.

Relationships

Required to develop and manage a range of internal and external relationships including:

• Chief Operating Officer.
• General Manager Commercial.
• Partners and other key stakeholders.
• Relevant Netball NSW staff.
• External consultants.

General

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key personnel throughout the State.
• 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 Chief Executive Officer or General Manager Commercial
• Weekend work during the SSN Season is mandatory

SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong account management, marketing and promotional experience with experience in a similar role.
• Strong organisational skills managing multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Working independently and/or part of a team to meet deadlines.
• Ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial and value propositions, return on investment and objectives.
• Current driver’s license.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, plus a strong working knowledge of Microsoft office suite is required.
• High level of problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• A ‘Think out of the box’ mentality.

Personal Attributes

• Friendly person who can work with all departments, in a strong team environment, as well as work autonomously to complete tasks.
• Leadership
• Interpersonal / relationship skills
• Problem solving
• Customer focus
• Work Health and Safety
• Professional and proactive attitude.
• Passionate and prepared to go above and beyond.
• Commitment to Netball NSW Values.
• Acknowledge that flexible work hours may be required on various occasions.

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.

Working with Children Check:

In accordance with Child Protection legislation candidates will be required to provide a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance number for verification by Netball NSW prior to employment. Selection of the successful candidate will be based upon the results of child protection screening and relevant reference checks.

Child Safe Organisation:

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.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Netball NSW 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 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 but not limited to: our Employment Assistance Program (EAP); NNSW lunchtime league social sports teams in volleyball, netball & soccer.