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Team Management Application Form – Queensland Country Coaching Applications Dear Applicant, Thank you for applying for a Team Management position for a Queensland Country Rugby Union Representative Team. We are grateful for your interest and wish you the best of luck in your application process. Please be aware of the policies outlined within this application. It is very important that you read and understand the rules and expectations of Queensland Rugby Union and Queensland Country Rugby Union. Should you require any further information please don’t hesitate to contact Rod Hohn [email protected] . Kind regards, Greg Dodd President QCRU Queensland Country Rugby Union Objective The aim of these selection criteria is to ensure the overall success and experience for all people involved within Queensland Country Rugby Union’s Representative Programs. It is important we select team management staff that provides the participants with a high-quality environment and overall experience appropriate to their age, maturity, and gender and skill level. Queensland Country Rugby Union is committed to development of both coaches and players to the highest standard possible PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL INFORMATION BEFORE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION FORM Applications are called for the following positions, for the following Queensland Country Rugby Union representative teams competing in 2021. The Country Representative program is under review with the view of ensuring players from the Queensland Country being available for selection in the Queensland Country NRC program. The dates of the program will be after the final weekend of the Country Championships on the 19th -21st March 2021. Subject to scheduling and border restrictions, the following is envisaged to the Country Representative Program for the 2021: 1. Open Heelers to play the Reds Academy team on the 7th April 2021 & the Northern Territory on the 10th April prior to the QLD Reds V Brumbies. 2. Under 19’s will play during the 2021 June- July school holidays with completive games and opportunity to be selected for the URC competition to be played in September. 3. Country Women’s program will align to the QRU program during September and October 2021. Teams • Queensland Country Heelers Opens • Queensland Country Under 19’s • Queensland Country Women’s Positions: • Head Coach • Assistant Coach • Manager • Physiotherapist Please address the following in your application: Essential Criteria • Current ARU Accreditation as per table below. • Ability to attend ALL Selection Events, Training Sessions, Meetings and Championships. Accreditation Requirements by Position Head Coach Assistant Coach Manager Physiotherapist Minimum Level 2 Minimum Level 2 Current Smart Rugby Suitably Qualified Current Smart Rugby Current Smart Rugby Current Smart Rugby DESIRABLE CRITERIA All Positions • Previous Experience in the following areas; o With an Australian Rugby Union Representative Team o With a Queensland Rugby Union Representative Team o With a Regional Representative Team o With a Queensland Rugby or Australian Rugby High Performance Program (e.g. Junio Gold) • Ambition to attain a higher level of accreditation in the future • Strong history of service to Rugby Union • Currently actively involved in a Queensland Country Sub Union Please note: It is preferable that team management do not have involvements with teams which include their sons/daughters are potentially involved. Queensland Country Rugby reserves the right to appoint a parent to a team management position if it deems there are no other suitable coaches to fill the position and is confident the person can perform his/her duties in an impartial manner Skills and Attributes Required: • Ability to maintain a positive attitude • Ability to provide a program that players will enjoy • Ability to teach the game and motivate players • Effective and respectful communication with players, parents and officials • Sportsmanship • Organizational Skills • Reliability • Embodies the Country Rugby values CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT All Team Management must agree to the following requirements if appointed to a position • Appointment to a position is for 12 months ONLY and successful applicants must reapply for a position in subsequent years. • Must Adhere to the Australian Rugby Union and Queensland Rugby Union Code of Conduct • Must hold a Current Blue Card • Must attend ALL relevant Selection Events, Meeting, Training Session and Competition Games • Team Management will abide by the Queensland Country Rugby Union Selection Policy • Team Management will maintain consistent contact with Queensland Rugby Union and Queensland Country Rugby Union providing and receiving feedback, advice, input and development. • Uphold the reputation and values of Queensland Rugby Union and Queensland Country Rugby Union at all times. APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Application forms are available from the Queensland Country Rugby Union Facebook page as a form to download and also please contact your local sub-unions for application forms. 2. All of the following MUST be filled out or attached to your applications upon your submission by the closing date, otherwise your application may be rejected a. Personal Details b. Detailed Team Management Resume c. Nominations. 3. This is not a paid role and is completed on a volunteer basis only. 4. Email the application to Rod Hohn [email protected] 5. Closing Date: Close of Business 18th February 2021. 6. Acknowledgement of application provided to the applicant. 7. Queensland Country Rugby Union will consider all Applications. 8. Team management short listed for an interview if required and conducted by Queensland Rugby Union and Queensland Country Rugby Union. 9. Selection committee selects positions. 10. Applicants (both success and unsuccessful) notified by phone & email. 11. Positions announced on the Queensland Rugby Union Facebook site and other available media. 12. Successful applicants meet for program overview meeting. PERSONAL DETAILS FORM (All Fields required to be completed) Surname: D.O.B: / / First Name: Middle Initial: Club/School name: Age/Team: Do you identify as being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? (Y/N) Address: Suburb: Postcode: State: Home Ph: - - Mobile Ph: - - Email: Qualifications Please detail all ARU coaching accreditation *Please provide copies of all coaching certificates and/or My Rugby Card. DETAILED TEAM MANAGEMENT RESUME Please provide a history of team management positions you have held in Rugby Union. We ask you give as much detail as possible about yourself, your experience and anything extra you think may enhance your application. Team Management History Year Club/School Team Position Team Management Description Coaching Philosophy Please detail your answer here. Strengths • Please attach any other relevant material. TEAM NOMINATIONS Please indicate () in the boxes below the team management positions you wish to be considered for: Team Head Coach Assistant Coach Manager Physio Queensland Country Heelers Queensland Country Heelers Under 19’s Queensland Country Women’s .