U19 NAB League Talent Pathway Assistant Coaches Expressions of Interest

The Sandringham Dragons are inviting expressions of interest & applications for the roles of U19 NAB League Talent Pathway Assistant Coaches. Please see below for information on the role and how to apply. Applications close Sunday 3 October.

NAB League Talent Pathways Assistant Coach – Sandringham Dragons

ABOUT US

The AFL is Australia’s premier sporting organisation supporting a constantly evolving national competition which has experienced rapid growth over the past 10 years. The AFL currently has 680 permanent employees across the five state bodies: AFL Vic, NSW/ACT, QLD, NT, Tasmania, and at AFL House. The AFL organisation is responsible for growing and developing Australian Football across Australia.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The NAB League is unique in the football landscape in that it has, as a primary goal, the focus of the development of individual players in the program. We are seeking expressions of interest from passionate and motivated coaches for opportunities across our 12 NAB League regions in both our Girl’s and Boy’s programs. We are looking for coaches that are enthusiastic about working on the individual development of Talented young footballers and are passionate about developing their own skills as coaches. Please note, employment in this position is subject to the successful candidate holding and maintaining a Valid Working with Children Check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong relationship building skills with young players, parents and various stakeholders

• Demonstrated ability to develop young footballers

• Demonstrated personal initiative and ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Sound background and knowledge of coaching principals

• Exceptional communication skills and ability to effectively communicate to different stakeholders within the region

• Demonstrated ability to identify and nurture youth talent

• Demonstrated and strong understanding of safeguarding children practices

• Valid Working with Children Check

• Demonstrated ability to Coach Junior Footballers in a development role

• Minimum Level 1 Youth Accredited Coach with ambition to complete Level 2

DESIRABLE

• Previous experience Coaching in talent or youth programs

• Video editing skills

OUR CULTURE

http://www.afl.com.au/careers/experience-extraordinary

This role is a Part Time role employed by the AFL

Roles available include working as an Assistant Coach in:

• the NAB LEAGUE girls program only (Program starts approximately November and concludes May)

• the NAB LEAGUE boys program only (Program starts approximately end of November and concludes Aug/Sept)

• both the NAB LEAGUE girls and boys program within the region (Program starts approximately November and concludes Aug/Sept) Please include in your application /

Expressions of interest should include:

• Up to date CV of your professional and football experience

• A note if you have a preference between the Girls program and or the Boys program

• Details of why you are interested in coaching in the elite talent program of the NAB League and why you would be a great candidate

Please email your application / expressions of interest to both;

Jackson Kornberg – Talent Pathways Coach (Jackson.Kornberg@afl.com.au)

Mark Wheeler – Talent Operations Lead (Mark.Wheeler@afl.com.au)

Applications Close: 5pm Sunday 3rd October