About Hockey NSW:
Hockey NSW is the not-for-profit state sporting organisation responsible for governing, growing and developing the game of hockey throughout NSW.
Hockey is a unique family sport with opportunities for juniors, seniors and masters as well as being acknowledged by Sport Australia as the “most gender balanced team sport in Australia”. With 27 affiliated associations across the state, Hockey NSW is the largest hockey playing state or territory in Australia.
Hockey NSW’s vision is to be the sport of choice for FAMILIES in NSW.
To enable this vision, Hockey NSW are committed to creating a culture that is values driven. The following five values support this vision and help foster a cohesive and productive a workplace:
- Professional
- Resilient
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Excellence
About the Position:
The Pathways Coordinator will provide project management and administrative support for Hockey NSW pathways programs and state teams.
Key Responsibilities:
State Teams
- Coordinate the operational elements of state team selections including meeting schedules, agreements, and travel and accommodation.
- Manage the logistics of selection events in terms of venues, officials and scheduling.
- Communicate key information to both team officials and parents/players in relation to the state team program
- Collaborate with HNSW colleagues on apparel, travel and accommodation for state teams at National Championships
Athlete Development
- Communicate the development and competition pathways available to athletes
- Disseminate the curriculum and hockey coaching programs to coaches to be implemented at camps and events
- Assist with parent communication and expectations
- Support associations and clubs in developing their coaches
The Pathways Coordinator will assist in the implementation of the relevant part of the HNSW Operational Plan and the oversight of the pathways budget.
About You:
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience in talent identification and pathway programs
- Program/project management experience
- Strong administrative skills including across the MS suite of programs
- Highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to liaise with, manage and build relations with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Capacity to work collaboratively.
Due to the nature of the sporting industry, there will be some work required on weekends and evenings. Remuneration is negotiable depending on experience.
Commitment to Child Safety and Integrity
- Hockey NSW is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all employees and volunteers to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
- Employees and volunteers must always comply with the Hockey NSW Safe Hockey Framework, and with all relevant State child protection legislation and requirements, including obtaining and maintaining all required clearance certificates and declarations.
- All employees and volunteers are required to obtain and provide evidence of a current Working with Children’s Check with the appropriate employee or volunteer categorisation.
- Employees are required to adhere to Hockey Australia’s National Integrity Framework including the HA Code of Conduct.
