NUNAWADING SPECTRES

NBL1 SOUTH MEN'S HEAD COACH

Applications Now Open | 2027 Season

The Nunawading Spectres are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced coaches for the position of NBL1 South Men's Head Coach for the 2027 season.

Competing in the NBL1 South Conference, the Nunawading Spectres have a proud history of developing athletes and coaches while competing at the highest levels of Australian basketball.

We are seeking an experienced and influential leader capable of building on the strong foundations established within our senior men's program, driving competitive success and contributing to the continued development of athletes, coaches and support staff.

Interested and suitably qualified coaches are invited to review the position description and application instructions below.

About Nunawading Basketball

Nunawading Basketball is home to the Melbourne East Basketball Association (MEBA) and its representative teams, the Nunawading Spectres.

As one of Australia's largest basketball associations, Nunawading Basketball supports more than 15,000 registered players, coaches and officials participating in regular domestic basketball competitions.

The Nunawading Spectres represent the Association across the Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL), Victorian Basketball League (VBL) and NBL1 South competitions.

Our representative program is committed to developing athletes, coaches and people, providing an environment that challenges individuals, supports their development and prepares them for opportunities beyond Nunawading Basketball.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Head Coach – NBL1 South Men

Organisation: Nunawading Basketball – Melbourne East Basketball Association

Reports To:



General Manager – Representative, Brand & Commercial

Department: Nunawading Spectres Representative Program

Appointment: 2027 NBL1 South Season, with appointment terms to be negotiated

Position Overview

The NBL1 South Men's Head Coach is a leadership position within Nunawading Basketball, responsible for the competitive performance, development and overall direction of the Nunawading Spectres NBL1 Men's team.

The successful applicant will be responsible for establishing and leading a competitive playing environment that challenges for success within the NBL1 South Conference, while maintaining a robust commitment to the individual development of athletes, coaches and support staff.

The Head Coach will play a central role in the recruitment and retention of athletes, the appointment and development of coaching and support personnel, and the establishment of a team environment built on trust, accountability, professionalism and a shared commitment to success.

Working collaboratively with the General Manager – Representative, Brand & Commercial, the Head Coach will contribute to roster construction and resource planning within the Association's approved financial parameters.





The position also carries an important responsibility to strengthen the connection between the NBL1 Men's program and Nunawading Basketball's broader representative pathway, supporting the progression of athletes and coaches from junior representative basketball through the VBL and into NBL1 competition.

We are seeking a leader who understands that sustained competitive success is built through strong relationships, clear expectations, deliberate preparation and a commitment to developing people.

Key Accountabilities

Team Leadership & Competitive Performance

- Provide strategic, technical and tactical leadership of the Nunawading Spectres NBL1 South Men's team.
- Establish and maintain a competitive environment capable of challenging for NBL1 South championship success.
- Develop and implement a clearly defined playing identity, supported by effective preparation, communication and accountability.
- Plan, coordinate and deliver all aspects of team preparation, including preseason, regular season and finals campaigns.
- Develop effective game strategies, opposition scouting processes and performance review practices.
- Establish clear expectations regarding athlete commitment, preparation, conduct and team standards.
- Foster a positive, demanding and supportive environment in which athletes and staff are challenged to continually improve.

Recruitment & Roster Management

- Lead player recruitment and retention in collaboration with the General Manager – Representative, Brand & Commercial.
- Contribute to the development of a balanced and competitive playing roster within the Association's approved budget.
- Identify and recruit athletes whose playing ability, character and commitment align with the objectives of the program.
- Support the identifi

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