About Netball Australia

Netball Australia (NA) drives netball nationwide, shaping the sport from grassroots to greatness. As a proud member of World Netball, NA governs the national teams, the Suncorp Super Netball league, and supports the development of the game at every level from local courts to the global stage. With more than 8 million Australians engaged in netball, a fiercely passionate fanbase, and record-breaking league attendance, we are proud of the strong position our sport holds today and the momentum we continue to build.

Following the launch of our ambitious ten-year strategic plan, Made in Netball, we have a clear vision to grow and evolve the game and strengthen its place in the lives of Australians for generations to come. It’s more than a plan; it’s a bold call to action, and we’re looking for people ready to step up and turn our ambition into reality.

At NA, you’ll contribute to a sport that connects communities, inspires excellence, and creates lasting impact. You’ll join a team that is passionate, and united by a shared purpose. Together, we are shaping the future of one of Australia’s most loved sports during a period of significant opportunity and momentum, as we look ahead to the 2027 Netball World Cup on home soil in Sydney as well as celebrate 100 years of netball in Australia; a century defined by passion, progress, and purpose - while also setting our sights firmly on the next chapter of the game’s evolution.

This is your chance to play a meaningful role in the future of our great sport, helping ensure netball continues to thrive, inspire, and lead by example both on and off the court.

About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic and team-oriented wellbeing leader to support the health, wellbeing and performance of athletes, coaches, umpires and staff across Australian netball. In this permanent, part-time role (0.5 FTE / 2.5 days per week), you’ll lead the development and delivery of contemporary wellbeing strategies, build strong partnerships across the Super Netball and national pathway environments, and help create a connected, supportive high-performance system. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the people behind our sport and contribute to a purpose-driven National Sporting Organisation in Fitzroy.

Key responsibilities include:

Stakeholder Engagement

- Build effective relationships with ANPA to support the delivery of aligned wellbeing programs and services.
- Develop strong relationships with NA staff and Member Organisations to influence the strategic integration and value of wellbeing as an enabler of high-performance and drive mutually beneficial outcomes
- Lead the SN Wellbeing Network and actively facilitate professional learning opportunities for wellbeing role holders across the system incorporating external support and peer learning and development.
- Act as a member of relevant NA Working Groups and/or Committees including Critical Incident Response Team (CIMT), Research Panel and Wellbeing Advisory Panel (WAC).

Wellbeing Strategy / Framework

- Lead the planning, development, implementation,



and ongoing revision of bespoke and creative wellbeing strategies and/or frameworks that are aligned to organisational, individual, and partner needs, and informed by contemporary research.
- Implement system wide wellbeing initiatives, catering to the needs of athletes, coaches and performance staff across varied high-performance environments and programs.
- Engage with the AIS W&E; Network, including regular attendance of AW&E; Network Meetings and Professional Learning Sessions (incl. Conferences) to inform, contextualise and embed Australia’s 2032+ High-Performance Sport Strategy (Win Well) in Netball.

Budget Accountability

- Develop and hold carriage of approved operational budgets and expenses related to areas of work.
- Ensure compliance of program areas with agreed Netball Pillar budgets.

High-Performance Program Engagement

- Implement and deliver wellbeing initiatives within high-performance pathway programs, events and camps (where relevant) focused on supporting the holistic growth of athletes, coaches, umpires and performance staff.
- Support the Head of Pathway and General Manager First Nations on the design and development of wellbeing education programs for First Nations athletes, coaches and umpires.
- Support the relationship and engagement with SN teams, including Wellbeing Leads, and foster collaboration and effective information sharing across the network to enhance performance intelligence in support of player/program progression and improvement.
- Support and triage high-performance athletes and staff referrals to the AIS Mental Health Referral Network (MHRN) and Career Practitioners Referral Network (CPRN).

About You

We are looking for someone who possesses the following qualifications, skills and experience:

Key Position Skills:

- Proven ability to identify, develop, and maintain strategic partnerships and collaborative networks.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, advocacy, and stakeholder consultation to drive impactful outcomes.
- Skilled in recognising opportunities for change and effectively facilitating transition processes.
- Committed to fostering a culture of trust through integrity, collaboration, and relational leadership.
- Strong advocate for diversity and inclusion, with a consistent record of promoting respectful and inclusive environments.
- Excellent communication skills, with a focus on responsiveness, professionalism, and active listening.

Experience and Qualifications:

- Sound understanding of national and international wellbeing trends, particularly those affecting high-performance sport.
- Awareness of key frameworks such as the Australian High-Performance Sport Strategy 2032+, Win Well, and AIS Wellbeing frameworks and standards.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications (e.g., counselling, wellbeing, career counselling, education, sports management, psychology, social work)



are useful but not essential.
- Understanding of the Australian netball system structure, pathways, and the ability to navigate and leverage its complexities is advantageous.
- Familiarity with the broader Australian and international sport landscape, including interrelationships across local, state, and national levels, is useful.
- Knowledge of Netball’s functional areas and how they interact, along with an awareness of historical and cultural wellbeing issues specific to the sport.
- Insight into Netball’s current operating environment, including language, technical themes, and its ongoing evolution, is valuable.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised groups tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

What We Offer

- Vibrant Culture: A supportive, inclusive, high-energy, and values-driven team with a passion for our sport.
- Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work from home alongside office connection days, based on role requirements.
- Employee Wellbeing: Annual Flu Vaccinations & Skin Checks.
- Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Leave, Birthday Leave.
- Pets in the Office Fridays, Opportunity to attend Netball matches, and free breakfast bar on-site

Other Information The role is based at Netball’s Head Office in Fitzroy/Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung country. Given the unique nature of the sports industry, and the domestic & global reach of our organisation, travelling and working outside of traditional office hours may be required. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with their People Leader.

Applications close 6 November 2026 at 9:00pm AEST. Please note, we reserve our right to shortlist and interview prior to the advertisement expiry, so if this sounds like you, and we hope it does – we encourage you to submit your application promptly. We do not take for granted the high volume of applications we receive, but please be aware this means we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates.

Netball Australia takes our Safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we provide an environment that is safe for our child and adult beneficiaries. All successful candidates will undergo a criminal record and Working with Children check prior to employment and must be able to hold valid checks at all times throughout their employment. We provide our staff and volunteers with ongoing supervision, support and training in their work with child and adult beneficiaries.

We have a collaborative, supportive, and diverse culture and promote the continued development of our team members! We believe your religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification or culture do not define you nor impact your application or employment with Netball Australia. We are a sport for all people across the community and take pride in providing a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment for all.

📌 Head of Wellbeing (Melbourne)
🏢 Netball Australia
📍 Melbourne