Position Title: Junior Development Officer (JDO)Reports To: High Performance ManagerEmployment Status: Part Time by agreement approx.
16 hours per weekLocation: McKinnon Basketball Association venues as assigned and office on occasionWork Pattern: Primarily afternoon and evening work, aligned with VJBL, Future Cougars, Rep Ready, Tryouts and holiday campsClassification/Award: Sporting Organisation AwardEmployment Requirements: Current Working with Children Check and any other compliance requirements as determined by MBAPosition PurposeThe Junior Development Officer (JDO) supports the delivery, consistency and development of McKinnon Basketball's junior representative pathway.
The role provides on-court and off-court support across the McKinnon VJBL program, assists with coach alignment and athlete development and leads the delivery of the Future Cougars and Rep Ready programs under the direction of the High Performance Manager.Key Responsibilities1.
VJBL Program SupportProvide on-court support across VJBL training sessions as directedWork collaboratively with coaches to reinforce program standards and technical focusObserve athlete development and identify emerging talentSupport implementation of McKinnon system of play and development framework2.
Coach Support & DevelopmentAssist VJBL coaches with session structure and delivery where requiredReinforce alignment to McKinnon technical and tactical principlesProvide informal, ongoing feedback to coachesSupport delivery of coach education initiatives as directed3.
Future Cougars Program / Rep Ready ProgramAct as Head Coach and Program Lead for Future Cougars and Rep Ready,



under the direction of the High Performance ManagerPlan and deliver one weekly session for each programCoordinate coach rosters, session plans, attendance and parent communicationCoordinate team entry into tournaments where required and communicate with parentsIdentify and support entry-level athletes to progress into the representative pathwayEnsure the programs are engaging, development-focused and aligned to McKinnon's player development framework4.
Athlete Development & EngagementProvide feedback and mentorship to athletes across the programSupport individual development where appropriatePromote standards aligned with McKinnon Basketball's values5.
Communication and AdministrationCommunicate professionally with coaches, athletes, parents and MBA staffMaintain accurate attendance, session and program records where requiredProvide updates to the High Performance Manager regarding athlete progress, coach support needs and program issuesSupport timely communication regarding program changes, rosters and venue requirements6.
Child Safety, Safeguarding and ConductThe JDO must:Hold and maintain a current Working With Children CheckComply with MBA Child Safety, Member Protection, Codes of Conduct and safeguarding obligationsMaintain appropriate qualified boundaries with athletes, coaches and parentsEscalate concerns,



incidents or welfare matters through MBA's reporting pathwaysModel respectful behaviour and uphold MBA standards at all timesAdditional ResponsibilitiesAssist with VJBL tryouts and talent identification processesSupport delivery of additional programs and holiday camps where requiredContribute to ongoing program development and improvementAct as a positive representative of McKinnon BasketballSkills and ExperienceEssential:Demonstrated ability to coach and engage junior athletesStrong understanding of basketball fundamentals and player developmentAbility to communicate effectively with junior athletes and coachesStrong organisational and time management skills and able to work eveningsProfessional and reliable approachValid Working With Children CheckDesirable:Basketball Victoria coaching accreditation or willingness to obtainExperience within representative basketball environmentsExperience delivering junior development programs or campsFirst Aid certificationPerformance IndicatorsKey Success Measures:Future Cougars and Rep Ready programs are delivered consistently and professionallyCoaches receive practical support, and alignment across the VJBL program improvesAthlete development and talent identification are actively supportedCommunication with staff, coaches and families is timely and professionalMBA values, behaviour standards and child safety obligations are upheldSummaryThis role supports the delivery and consistency of the McKinnon VJBL program, with a focus on enhancing athlete development, supporting coaches, and strengthening the overall pathway.
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📌 Junior Development Officer (Victoria)
🏢 Basketball Victoria
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