Expressions of Interest are now open for the Australian Women's Australian Based Assistant Coach.

DESCRIPTION

The successful applicant must reside in Australia. The role of the Australian Based Assistant Coach is to support the Australian Women’s Team Head Coach (Head Coach) and Australian Women’s Team Assistant Coach (Assistant Coach) in the development of the team in preparation for the upcoming championships. The role will include the following;

TERM

This position shall be effective from the acceptance and signing of the coaching contact and shall continue until the end of the 2025 World Championships Cycle, inclusive of the Qualifications Round and, upon qualification, the Finals Round. The Contract may be extended based on a performance review by the National Team Management Committee (NTMC) and approval by the Board of FAL.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall be responsible for assisting the Head Coach and the Assistant Coach in the training, development, and performance of the Team.
2. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall work with the Head Coach and Assistant Coach to develop and implement training programs, strategies, and game plans.
3. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall conduct regular training sessions and attend all team-related activities, including but not limited to practices, meetings, and competitions.
4. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall promote a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline.
5. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall comply with all policies, rules, and regulations set by FAL and relevant sporting bodies.
6. The Australian Based Assistant Coach agrees to abide by and uphold the values, policies, and procedures of FAL.
7. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall provide evidence of having undertaken Working With Children Screening.
8. The Australian Based Assistant Coach shall assist the Head Coach in collaborating with the Under 19’s Women’s Head Coach (U19WHC) to promote development pathways that are consistent with and lead to opportunities with the National Women’s Team by:

a. Providing additional support for the U19WHC in the implementation of the National Women’s Team training and tournament preparation program and working with the U19WHC to make appropriate adjustments for the U19 Women’s Team.

b. Supporting the U19WHC in the installation of the National Women’s Team’s playing system.

c. Supporting other coaches to develop and facilitate training and coaching programs for Women’s players across the country.

d. Selection of a team in accordance with the Floorball Australia National Selection Policy.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Experience and Qualifications relevant to the role.
• Leadership and Management Skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of techniques and methods used for identifying and developing floorball players to the level required for National Team events.
• Demonstrated ability implementing contemporary coaching knowledge in a floorball environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate, engage, consult, influence and liaise with colleagues, stakeholders, athletes, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability coaching, developing, motivating, and empowering athletes.
• Strong capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team creating and delivering interdisciplinary solutions.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and drive the implementation of athlete performance plans.
• Ability to identify, attract, recruit, and retain talented athletes.
• Demonstrated ability in devising and executing long-term training and competition plans that develop high performance floorball players.
• Demonstrated track record of developing and maintaining relationships with athletes and stakeholders. 

EOI’s close on October 14, 2024 5pm AWST.

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