NSW Touch Football is now seeking expressions of interest (EOI) for Team Coaches and Assistant Coaches for their Senior State of Origin Teams (SOO) and Managers for all SOO teams.  These positions will cover the 2025 State of Origin held in NSW and the lead into the campaign.

SOO represents not only an opportunity for players on the pathway to both State and National representation but also offers the same for coaches and managers.

Applications close at 5 pm Thursday, 28th March 2024.

Please see the information below pertaining to each of the positions advertised.

Please click here to read the TEAM NSW STATE OF ORIGIN PARTICIPANT EXPECTATIONS before completing your EOI.

TEAM NSW: COACH/ASSISTANT COACH POSITIONS

Criteria for Position

• Knowledge of the standards and behavior expected of an NSWTA Official and/or Representative Player, acceptance of these standards, or the ability to quickly acquire and apply such knowledge.
• The coach must demonstrate the ability to work within the NSWTA “Code of Behaviour” guidelines.
• Possess a minimum active Level Two/Talent Coaching accreditation with a willingness to undertake or work towards an Elite accreditation.
• Be prepared to accept the conditions of the appointment.
• Must possess good oral and written skills.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure whilst achieving objectives.
• Provide a written plan/outline of team objectives and how they will be achieved.

Statement of Duties

• To coach the team to which the appointment was made.
• Liaise with the TEAM NSW Head Coach, NSWTA Team Manager, Technical Director, and staff to ensure implementation of State Policy.
• To arrange team training sessions, provide direction, and develop strategies.
• To liaise with team management regarding administrative matters.
• To ensure the conduct of the team is beyond reproach.
• Maintain written player profiles constantly review and monitor player performance, and give individual player feedback.
• To maintain and/or increase status as a Coaching Course Presenter.
• Provide the NSW Team Manager with regular written reports when required.

TEAM NSW: MANAGER POSITIONS

Criteria for position

• Knowledge of the standards and behavior expected of an NSWTA Official and/or Representative player, acceptance of these standards, or ability to quickly acquire and apply such knowledge.
• Capacity to manage (ie. through a documented plan, organise, direct, and control.) appropriate players, gear, and equipment.
• A high degree of initiative and organisational ability.
• Mature judgment and capacity to accept responsibility.
• Good interpersonal relationship skills.
• A minimum active Level One/Foundation Coaching Certificate.
• The ability to work well under pressure whilst still achieving objectives.

Statement of Duties

• Manage the team to which they are appointed.
• Liaise with the coach regarding organising training times and facilities.
• Liaise with the players to ensure all team members know the training and playing schedules.
• Liaise with officials re: transport arrangements, clothing, gear, equipment, photographs.
• Liaise with the NSWTA Office to ensure the Team meets all financial obligations.
• Coordinate and manage team fundraising activities.
• Become conversant with competition Rules, By-laws, Regulations and requirements for paperwork.
• Responsible for issuing players’ clothing, gear, and equipment.
• Responsible for the security of team valuables while playing.
• Provide for players’ needs during games.
• Provide facilities for players to obtain after-match refreshments.
• Submit a written report to the Technical Panel following the Nationals Championships.
• PREFERRED: First Aid Certificate (Current).

VACANT POSITIONS:

All Senior SOO Coaching positions.

All Senior SOO Assistant Coaching positions

All SOO team Managers positions.

TO SUBMIT YOUR EOI for a COACHING POSITION CLICK HERE

TO SUBMIT YOUR EOI for a MANAGER POSITION CLICK HERE

For more information

Tony Trad

email- [email protected]

mobile- 0402 287 789