Directors must reside within the state of New South Wales
Who we are
From humble beginnings in 1929, Netball NSW has grown to become one of the largest independent sports organisations in this state.
There are more than 115,000 members playing and enjoying netball at all levels in cities and country towns across New South Wales. Our sport continues to grow both on and off the court, as Netball in NSW becomes increasingly successful and professional.
Our Vision: Netball is NSW's leading sport of choice and opportunity
Our Values: Welcoming, One Team, Best Always, Integrity, Fun
The role
All candidates must have a genuine interest in, and a broad understanding of, netball in Australia or the broader sporting industry, strong business acumen supported by demonstrable strategic aptitude, financial literacy, a sound understanding of good governance and well-developed communication skills.
In addition to the areas of skill or expertise noted, involvement in either high-performance (particularly experience as an athlete, coach, umpire and/or official), pathways development or deep understanding of and experience at the community level within a Netball environment will also be highly regarded.
The five (5) identified preferred skills and experience are:
- Tech/Data/Digital Expertise
- Cyber Security Expertise
- Brand Marketing & Business Development
- Human Resources Expertise
- Sports Innovation Expertise
The Nominations Committee utilises a Board Skills Matrix as part of its assessment of nominees for director vacancies. For more information on the process (and the current Netball NSW Skills Matrix), click on the 2025 Election Notice below.
Eligibility
In accordance with the Constitution, two (2) Elected Director positions are available to be filled at the 2024 AGM. The candidates elected to fill these positions will serve a term of three (3) years.
Nominations for the positions of two (2) Elected Directors are invited from eligible individuals who, in accordance with Clause 14.3 of the Constitution, meet the following qualifications of Directors:
- Must be a member of an Affiliate Member
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must not be a direct employee of Netball NSW
- Cannot be an officer (as defined by the Act) or an Office Bearer of any Affiliate Member, Interested Member or Community Member or hold an equivalent position in circumstances where the Affiliate Member, Interested Member or Community Member is not a corporation
- Must not have been the CEO of the Company within the previous three years
Nominations Process
For all information regarding the nominations process, please click the 2025 Election Notice below.
Key dates:
20/01/2025 - Nominations open
03/02/2025 - Nominations close
15/03/2025 - Netball NSW AGM
Links for nominations
Important!
Do not apply for the Elected Director - Netball NSW in response to this job advertisement.
All nominations must be made as per the process detailed in the 2025 Election Notice.
If you have any queries, please contact Stuart Corbishley (Netball NSW Company Secretary) on 02 9951 5000 or elections@netballnsw.com
- Published on 20 Jan 2025, 10:43 PM