About Netball AustraliaÌýÌý
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.Ìý
Following the launch of our ambitious ten-year strategic plan,ÌýMade in Netball, we haveÌýa clear visionÌýto grow and evolve the game and strengthen its place in the lives of Australians for generations to come.ÌýIt’sÌýmore than a plan;Ìýit’sÌýa bold call to action, andÌýwe’reÌýlooking for people ready to step up and turn our ambition into reality.Ìý
At NA,Ìýyou’llÌýcontribute to a sport that connects communities, inspires excellence, and creates lasting impact.ÌýYou’llÌýjoin 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 CupÌýon home soil inÌýSydney asÌýwell asÌýcelebrate 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.Ìý
This is your chance to play a meaningful role in the future of our great sport,Ìýhelping ensure netball continues to thrive, inspire, and lead by example both on and off the court.ÌýÌý
About the RoleÌý
We areÌýseekingÌýa skilled and dedicated individualÌýforÌýthe role of Head of Integrity. Working closely with the General Manager, Legal & Integrity, this full-time, permanent positionÌýis responsible forÌýleadingÌýa whole-of-sport integrity framework ensuringÌýall netball participantsÌý– particularlyÌýchildren andÌývulnerableÌýpeopleÌý–Ìýare safe,Ìýincluded, and supported.ÌýThe position will overseeÌýpolicy, education, and complaint management, including confidential investigations, while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and sporting industry best practice across all levels of netball in Australia.Ìý
Key responsibilities include:
- LeadingÌýand embeddingÌýNetball Australia’s integrity strategy, driving a strong, values-ledÌýcultureÌýand managing integrity risks, reporting, and continuous improvement across all levels of the sport.Ìý
- OverseeingÌýthe Integrity Policy Framework,Ìýand governance processesÌýand registers, ensuring alignment with the National Integrity Framework, legislative requirements, and best practice, whileÌýmonitoringÌýregulatory changes and emerging threats.Ìý
- ManagingÌýallÌýintegrityÌýcomplaints and investigations end-to-end, including breach notices, reports, tribunal matters, and stakeholder support, ensuring fair, transparent, and compliant outcomes nationwide.Ìý
- LeadingÌýcore integrity portfolios including safeguarding and child safety, member protection, conduct, inclusion, anti-doping, and anti-corruption (including betting, match-fixing, and integrity agreements), ensuring compliance with all regulatory obligations.Ìý
- DesigningÌýandÌýdeliveringÌýintegrity education programs that build awareness, capability, andÌýbehaviouralÌýchange across participants, workforce, andÌýourÌýMember Organisations.Ìý
- EnsuringÌýthe integrity of competitions, including player contracting, payments, and compliance with competition rules and frameworks.Ìý
- BuildingÌýandÌýmaintainingÌýstrong relationships with Member Organisations, clubs, and key stakeholders, including Sport Integrity Australia, regulators, law enforcement, and industry partners.Ìý
- SupportingÌýgovernance, reporting, funding opportunities, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned to strategic and operational priorities.Ìý
PleaseÌýnoteÌýthe above is a summary of the roleÌýrequirements andÌýis not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. For the full Position Description, please contact People & Culture Business Partner, Zade Allen atÌýzade.allen@netball.com.au.Ìý
About YouÌý
We are looking for someone whoÌýpossessesÌýthe following:ÌýÌý
- Alignment to our NA Values – Belong, Be Bold, Be Your Best;Ìý
- A minimum ofÌý5-7Ìýyears’ experience in investigation, law or sports governanceÌýor a related field;ÌýÌý
- Extensive experience in strategic leadership, developing and implementing integrity frameworks, governance systems, compliance policies, and supporting board-level reporting;Ìý
- StrongÌýexpertiseÌýin investigations, risk management, applying procedural fairness in sensitive/complex matters;Ìý
- Sound understanding of anti-corruption practices, stakeholder engagement with regulatory and wagering bodies and oversight of integrity risks;Ìý
- Familiarity with anti-doping frameworks and experience working with organisations such as Sport Integrity Australia, as well as knowledge of sports science/medical governance requirements;Ìý
- Proven experience in safeguarding, member protection, and conduct management across sporting landscape or similar environments;Ìý
- Strong knowledge of competition integrity, including player contracts, salary caps, and compliance with rules and regulations;Ìý
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and advisory skills, withÌýproven experience workingÌýeffectively with senior leadership, boards, and external partners;Ìý
- Tertiary qualifications in law will be highly desirable, but not essential.Ìý
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and otherÌýmarginalisedÌýgroups tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, butÌýdon’tÌýnecessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch.ÌýWe’dÌýlove to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.Ìý
What We OfferÌý
- Vibrant Culture: A supportive, inclusive, high-energy, andÌývalues-driven team with a passion for our sport.Ìý
- Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work from home alongside office connection days, based on role requirements.Ìý
- Employee Wellbeing: Additional Wellbeing Leave, Annual Flu Vaccinations & Skin Checks.Ìý
- Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Leave, Birthday Leave.ÌýÌý
- Pets in the Office Fridays, Opportunity to attend Netball matches, and free breakfast bar on-siteÌý
Other InformationÌý
The role is based at Netball’s Head Office in Fitzroy/WurundjeriÌýWoiÌýWurrungÌýcountry.ÌýGiven the unique nature of the sports industry, and the domestic & global reach of ourÌýorganisation, travelling and working outside ofÌýtraditional office hours may beÌýrequired. Our teams work flexibly, and we encourage the successful applicant to discuss flexible working options with theirÌýPeople Leader.Ìý
ApplicationsÌýcloseÌý24 May 2026Ìýat 9:00pm AEST.ÌýPleaseÌýnote,Ìýwe reserveÌýourÌýright to shortlistÌýand interviewÌýprior to the advertisement expiry, so if this sounds like you, and we hope it does –Ìýwe encourage you toÌýsubmitÌýyour applicationÌýpromptly. 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.Ìý
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 toÌýhold valid checks at all timesÌýthroughout their employment. We provide our staff and volunteers with ongoing supervision,ÌýsupportÌýand training in their work withÌýchildÌýand adult beneficiaries. We have a collaborative,Ìýsupportive,Ìýand diverse culture and promote the continued development of our team members! We believe your religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, genderÌýidentificationÌýor culture do not define you norÌýimpactÌýyour application or employment with Netball Australia. We are a sport for all people across the community and take pride in providing a diverse,Ìýinclusive,Ìýand safe environment for all.Ìý
