Netball NT (Netball Northern Territory) is the official governing body for netball in the Northern Territory. As a not-for-profit organisation, it is responsible for promoting, developing, and managing the sport from grassroots to high-performance levels across the NT. Affiliated with Netball Australia since 1977, Netball NT provides leadership, coordination, and support to its five key member associations: Alice Springs, Darwin, Gove, Katherine, and Palmerston.

Netball NT organises a range of competitions, development programs, and participation opportunities for athletes, coaches, umpires, and administrators. It manages major netball venues, such as the Sitzler Netball Centre and Territory Netball Stadium in Marrara. The organisation’s purpose is to maximise opportunities for the NT community to be involved in netball, fostering good health, inspiration, achievement, enjoyment, and a sense of belonging.

Guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, Netball NT works in partnership with government, sponsors, local clubs, and communities to grow netball’s reach, support its members, and enhance the quality and integrity of the sport throughout the Territory.

The Executive Officer (EO) of Netball NT delivers high-level leadership, vision, and management to achieve organisational excellence, drive the continuous improvement of all services and programs, and nurture a positive and inclusive culture within the sport across the Northern Territory. The EO champions Netball NT’s reputation, aligns daily operations with strategic priorities, and ensures organisational values and the interests of stakeholders - including member associations - are embedded in all decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth:

• Identify and pursue innovative avenues for netball development, including digital platforms, inclusive programs, and community-led initiatives.
• Actively lead and inspire change management to adapt to evolving sporting environments, relevant NT and national policies, and emerging opportunities.

Member Association & Regional Development:

• Provide ongoing support, advice, and advocacy for the development of affiliated associations (Alice Springs, Darwin, Gove, Katherine, Palmerston), including talent pathways, facility upgrades, and community engagement.
• Regularly consult with associations to identify needs and co-design solutions that address local, regional, and Territory-wide challenges and opportunities.

Sponsorship & Partnership Building:

• Expand the portfolio of corporate and community partners, emphasising mutually beneficial, values-driven relationships.
• Represent and promote Netball NT in negotiations, presentations, and collaborations to secure ongoing investment and support.

Organisational Development:

• Foster an efficient and motivated workforce by embedding best-practice HR policies, team-building, professional development, and succession planning.

Risk, Integrity & Compliance:

• Maintain robust systems for safeguarding participants, integrity of competitions, and compliance with relevant laws and Netball NT policies.
• Lead the organisation’s commitment to diversity, safety, equity, and the highest ethical standards in all activities.

Monitoring, Reporting & Board Engagement:

• Develop and present comprehensive reports and insights to the Board on program performance, stakeholder feedback, risks, and strategic emerging issues.
• Proactively prepare board papers, contribute to board strategic discussions, and facilitate well-informed decision-making.