Softball Australia - About the Organisation
Softball Australia (SA) is the National Sporting Organisation (NSO) for the sport and has eight member States and Territories across the country. There are over 23,000 members and over 100K+ players in Australia ranging from grassroots through to elite talent.
SA launched its new five-year strategic plan in 2023 with a vision that softball is for everybody and inspiring heroes on the world stage. Our purpose is to promote and develop a thriving and attractive national sport that builds friendships, community, and elite skills to successfully compete. We do well, we do good, and we have fun!
As part of the strategy, we have four key priorities: People, Play, Promote, and Perform. At SA, our values include Unified, Respect, Creative & Brave, and Fun. We exist for our members and govern the sport to ensure integrity, safety, inclusivity, and respectful environments at all levels. Softball Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.
The Role
Softball Australia is seeking an innovative and results-driven National Strength & Conditioning Coach (NSCC) to join our elite performance team on a 12 month contract (Honorarium). In this role, you will design, implement, and oversee cutting-edge strength and conditioning programs for the Australian Women’s National Softball Team - using advanced scientific training principles like adaptation, periodisation, peaking, tapering, and recovery to boost athlete performance. You’ll collaborate with the National Women’s Head Coach, State Coaches, and the wider Performance Support team to develop tailored programs that prepare athletes for SA’s National Tournaments, International competitions, while also working with the National Institute Network (NIN) to ensure a comprehensive, athlete-centric approach.
As the National Strength & Conditioning Coach, you will:
Key Responsibilities
- Develop & Implement Training Programs: Create elite, scientifically informed strength and conditioning programs for all phases of the competitive season.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with the National Women’s Head Coach, State Coaches, and a dedicated Performance Support Team—including sports dietitians, physiotherapists, and psychologists - to ensure training meets both tactical and physiological demands.
- Engage Stakeholders: Establish and maintain robust relationships with internal and external partners, including the National Institute Network, to deliver an integrated, athlete-centric approach.
- Manage Training Loads & Injury Prevention: Apply periodisation, peaking, tapering, and recovery strategies to optimise performance while minimising injury risks.
- Support Olympic Preparation: Contribute to the design and execution of conditioning programs that prepare athletes for upcoming Olympic cycles.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Exercise Science, Sport Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience delivering strength and conditioning programs in a high-performance or elite sport setting.
- Certification from a recognised authority (e.g., ASCA Professional Coach Accreditation).
- Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with athletes and coaches, with a preference for experience working with elite female athletes.
Why Join Us?
- Dynamic Environment: Be part of an organisation that values creativity, respect, and fun.
- Professional Growth: Collaborate with industry leaders committed to continuous innovation and excellence in sport.
- Inclusive Culture: Work within a team that prioritises diversity, equity, and the holistic development of our athletes.
- Olympic Cycle: Experience the thrill of being part of an Olympic cycle whilst networking with stakeholders, including the Australian Institute of Sport and National Institute Network.
