Pine Rivers Netball Association

PRNA welcomes Expressions of Interest from people interested in supporting our 2027 Representative Program as Team Managers.

Opportunities may be available across:

Junior Representative Program
12 Years, 13 Years and 14 Years

Senior State Age Program
15 Years, 16 Years and 17–18 Years

Greater Brisbane Netball League (GBNL)
U16, U18, U23 and Opens

Masters Representative Program
Women’s and Mixed Masters, subject to team nominations

Team Manager appointments will be made according to the needs of each team and the overall Representative Program.

Our Team Managers are an important part of the team environment. We are looking for people who are:

• Organised – able to keep on top of schedules, information, deadlines and team requirements.
• Prepared – planning ahead and ensuring the team is ready for training, carnivals and competition.
• Reliable – available and committed throughout the representative season.
• Approachable – providing a positive point of contact for athletes and families.
• Communicative – able to provide clear, accurate and timely information.
• Collaborative – working positively alongside coaches and PRNA officials.
• Professional – representing PRNA appropriately at all times.
• Discreet – understanding that the role may provide access to personal, sensitive or confidential information.
• Calm under pressure – able to respond appropriately when plans change or issues arise.
• Team focused – committed to supporting the whole team and creating a positive representative experience.

The Team Manager is responsible for supporting the effective administration and organisation of their allocated team.

Responsibilities may include:

• Acting as the primary communication link between the team, families, coaching staff and PRNA.
• Maintaining team information and required documentation.
• Communicating training, carnival and competition information.
• Managing player availability and attendance information.
• Supporting competition and carnival administration.
• Ensuring required team documentation and information is completed by relevant deadlines.
• Assisting coaches with team logistics and organisation.
• Supporting travel and accommodation arrangements where applicable.
• Ensuring athletes and families receive relevant PRNA information.
• Escalating matters to the appropriate PRNA representative where required.
• Supporting the team throughout major competition events.
• Maintaining appropriate records and returning required information to PRNA.

The Team Manager supports the administration and organisation of the team. Coaching, athlete selection and on-court performance decisions remain the responsibility of the appointed coaching and selection personnel.

Before submitting an Expression of Interest, prospective Team Managers should consider the time and availability required for the relevant program.

Team Managers are expected to be available for the requirements of their appointed team, which may include:

Training
Attendance at training where required to support team administration, communication and organisation.

Lead-Up Carnivals
Managers should be prepared and available to attend all scheduled lead-up carnivals associated with their team's program.

Competition
Attendance at scheduled competition rounds where required, including GBNL for relevant teams.

Major Events
Availability for the entirety of the team's major competition, including Junior State Age, Tigers Cup, Senior State Age or other relevant events.

Travel & Accommodation
Where teams travel and stay together, Team Managers may be required to travel and stay with the team and assist with athlete supervision and team logistics.

Additional Program Requirements
Managers may also be required to attend meetings, uniform sessions, team activities or other events necessary for the successful delivery of the program.

The commitment varies between programs. Applicants should consider their availability carefully before nominating.

A strong relationship between the Team Manager and coaching team is essential to creating a positive representative environment.

Team Managers and coaches are expected to communicate regularly, plan ahead and work together to ensure athletes and families receive clear and consistent information.

The Team Manager takes primary responsibility for team administration and communication, allowing coaches to focus on athlete development, training and competition.

Any concerns or issues that cannot be resolved within the team should be referred through the appropriate PRNA channels.

Team Managers may have access to information about athletes, families and the Representative Program that is private, sensitive or confidential.

Managers are expected to exercise a high level of discretion and professionalism with any information obtained through their role.

Information should only be accessed, used or shared where it is necessary to perform the Team Manager role or where directed by PRNA.

Personal circumstances, athlete information, team matters and internal discussions must not be shared outside the appropriate channels.

Maintaining the trust and privacy of our athletes and families is an important responsibility of every PRNA Team Manager.

The safety and wellbeing of our athletes is a priority across the PRNA Representative Program.

All appointed Team Managers must:

• Hold or obtain a current Blue Card where required.
• Complete all mandatory child safety and safeguarding requirements applicable to their role.
• Complete any required PRNA, Netball Queensland or Netball Australia compliance requirements.
• Follow PRNA child safety, member protection and conduct policies.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with athletes.
• Immediately report any child safety or wellbeing concern through the appropriate channels.

Appointment to a Team Manager position will be conditional upon completion and maintenance of all required compliance requirements.

PRNA recognises the significant contribution our Team Managers make to the Representative Program.

Managers will be provided with information and resources to assist them in understanding and delivering their role.

PRNA aims to provide:

• Clear program information and timelines
• Manager resources and documentation
• Support with competition administration
• Travel and event information where applicable
• Clear communication channels
• Access to assistance when issues or questions arise

Team Managers are encouraged to ask questions and seek assistance whenever required.

Submitting an Expression of Interest does not guarantee appointment to a Team Manager position.

Appointments will consider:

• Experience and suitability for the role
• Organisation and communication skills
• Availability for the relevant program
• Ability to attend required carnivals and competition events
• Ability to meet child safety and compliance requirements
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Team and program requirements
• The overall needs of the 2027 Representative Program

Applicants may be contacted to discuss their availability, experience and preferred program before appointments are finalised.

Interested in being part of the 2027 PRNA Representative Program?

Expressions of Interest will be invited for Team Manager positions across our Junior, Senior State Age, GBNL and Masters programs.

Applicants will have the opportunity to nominate their preferred program and age group.

Before nominating, applicants should ensure they are prepared to commit to the requirements of the relevant program, including training where required, lead-up carnivals, competition events and travel where applicable.

2027 TEAM MANAGER EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: Opening soon

The Expression of Interest link, closing date and appointment timeline will be published here once confirmed.

QUESTIONS?

PRNA Representative Coordinator
repcoordinator@prna.com.au

PRNA Coaching Officer
coachingofficer@prna.com.au