BBNZ Age Group Teams - Expression of Interest 2011
Basketball New Zealand invites expressions of interest from people interested in the following voluntary positions within
Performance Group programmes:
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Coach (Head Coach, Assistant Coach & Apprentice Coach)•
ManagerPerformance Group Programmes include the following activities for both Male and Female athletes.
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Basketball New Zealand Under 16 Programme – Australian State Champs July 2011•
Basketball New Zealand Under 17 Programme - U17 Oceania Championships August/September, 2011•
Basketball New Zealand Under 18 Programme – Australian State Champs April, 2011•
Basketball New Zealand Under 20 Programme – Australian State Champs February, 2011Individual positions in specific team and/or camp programmes will be filled from coaches committed to Basketball New
Zealand Performance Group programmes only. Please note at this stage individuals SHOULD NOT outline interest in specific
programmes. This process is for BBNZ to gauge individual’s willingness to be involved in Basketball New Zealand’s
Performance Group programmes (which include the activities outlined above).
All candidates
must possess the following general attributes:Committed and enthusiastic to be involved in BBNZ programmes, displaying loyalty to BBNZ, the Performance Group
Programme and personnel
Will act as a positive ambassador and spokesperson for BBNZ
Demonstrated commitment to a long term athlete centered development
Excellent communication and team building skills
A willingness to share information and experiences with other members of the basketball community
A willingness to contribute to Basketball New Zealand Development initiatives and underpinning programmes (clinics,
workshops, camps)
Actively pursuing other opportunities for professional development
A member in good standing of their respective Association/School
Coaches
must possess the following basketball attributes:Advanced level of coaching certification
Superior knowledge of technical and tactical aspects of basketball
Understanding of international basketball and demands placed on athletes, coaches and teams at the international level
Knowledge of the required skill and training levels for elite athletes at the junior level (under 19)
Familiarity with the talent pool in New Zealand would be advantageous
Experience dealing with elite athletes and coaching at the national or international level
Demonstrated history of coaching success at the highest levels of competition
Willingness to assist the Performance Group in implementing a national philosophy and common playing outcomes
Actively coaching within Association/School Programmes
Managers
must possess the following attributes:Familiarity with; BBNZ, the New Zealand sport system and basketball environments
Sound administration and budgetary skills adhering to all BBNZ policies and procedures
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills as well as creative thinking skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritises appropriately in a fast paced environment
Ability to work in conjunction with coaching staff and the BBNZ office to satisfactorily execute programme requirements
Experience travelling internationally and adaptable in dealing with different cultures and customs
Managers are also expected to be able to transport, therefore, must have a current “Full” driver’s license.
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