Coaching Framework – Expressions of interest
Expressions of interest are being sought by DMCRC for Head Coaching, Lead & Support Coaching Roles across U13 to U16 Schoolgirls age groups and for U19’s and Masters age groups for the 2018/19 Rowing Season.
This document provides an outline of the Targeted Coaching & Squad Management Framework / Parameters against which coaching and squad management is considered at DMCRC.

Expressions of interest including a brief outline of relevant experience, preferred role (head, lead or support coach) along with any queries should be emailed by the 29th June 2018 to the DMCRC Secretary Trent Sayers, t.sayers@ract.com.au /Ph: 0401 993 926 or Rowing Liasion Courtney Blyth at courtney.blyth@collegiate.tas.edu.au or 6211 4911.

The DMCRC Committee is aiming to review expressions of interest and confirm coaching appointments by the end of July 2018.

PURPOSE / OVERVIEW:
• The targeted coaching framework detailed below for DMCRC seeks to outline a proposed structure within which the requirements for coaching at DMCRC are articulated.
• Coaching commitments are significant and supporting the coaching staff with the significant impost of undertaking coaching services is necessary in order to maintain the effectiveness, competitiveness and professional of the rowing program.
• The identified benefits and support are intended to be positioned as recognition of the time and effort expended in the coaching role as opposed to remuneration for the services.
• The aim of the framework with defined benefits, support and development is targeted at attracting back younger rowers, initially in support coaching roles and therefore to hopefully maintain an ongoing relationship with DMCRC.
• The head coaching role is critical in providing oversight of the coaching and development strategy and the consistency of its execution.
• Coaching selection decisions will be made in alignment with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between DMCRC and the School. DMCRC will take primary accountability for the filling of coaching roles for U13’s – U16’s, U19’s & Masters and the School for the Opens coaching position. A high degree of collaboration between all parties occurs in order to ensure effective outcomes are achieved.
• The objective is to select coaches against the skills and experience criteria detailed in the Targeted Coaching & Squad Management Framework and Key Parameters detailed below. Although understandably not always practical further consideration will be given to a preferred position of minimizing any real or perceived conflicts and maximizing athlete development by not having parents coach their own children and a coach not having responsibility for the same squad for more than two to three years.
• The quantum of any honorariums, fees, discounts & reimbursements will be provided to individuals once expressions of interests are received.
• The committee will approve any honorarium, fee & reimbursement payments before they are made with consideration of the coach’s achievement of the resource and activity requirements along with adherence to the applicable policy and procedures.
• Review and feedback to coaching staff will be undertaken by the Head Coach and by a school and committee representative for the Head Coach.
*Structure and approach to Masters coaching to be agreed with Masters Rowers.

TARGETED COACHING & SQUAD MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK AND KEY PARAMETERS
Head Coaching Role
To coordinate coaching activity across all age groups through the annual development and / or review of an overarching coaching handbook and rowing program. To ensure all athletes and participants enjoy a safe and rewarding rowing experience through the consistent delivery of the rowing program via the coaching staff across all age groups. Support the development and accreditation processes for coaching staff. Ensure no less than 4 planning / coordination and review meetings with coaching staff in order to execute upon the annual plan detailed in the coaching handbook along with the execution of their coaching duties. The role can be conjoined with an age group lead coaching role, honorariums, fees & reimbursements will include a payment delivered in two equal installments over the rowing season, access to the coaching / professional development rebate and discount on club and / or school rowing subscription fees as detailed below.
Criteria
Under 13 Lead Coach
Under 14 Lead Coach
Under 15 Lead Coach
U16 & U19 Lead Coach
Opens Lead Coach
Skills & Experience
Coaching accreditation level 1 or above desirable
Coaching accreditation level 2 or above mandatory
Appropriate prior learning applicable to rowing coaching as assessed against Rowing Australia’s Recognition of Prior Learning guidelines mandatory
Demonstrable ability to engage / encourage and empower athletes and communicate with key stakeholders.
Resource requirement / activity
Accountability and responsibility for the development and execution of an age group specific training program for a 3 day rowing camp in January each year
Accountability and responsibility for Learn to row program – 3 weekends approx. late Aug / early Sep
Best endeavors to support the execution of the learn to row program
Accountability and responsibility for a minimum of 2 on water training sessions per week
Minimum 3 on water sessions per week
Min. of 3 on water sessions per week, potential for up to 5 depending on skills and size of squad which may require staggering of sessions for athletes
Gym sessions to be substituted for on water sessions as either weather dictates or at the coaches discretion
Min. of 1 gym session per week in addition to on water
Min. of 2 gym sessions per week in addition to on water
Accountability and responsibility for co-ord and mgt of squad attendance at all school regattas
Responsibility for regatta entries
Accountability and responsibility for co-ord and mgt of squad attendance at all school regattas and regatta entries (Launceston regatta optional) Pennant regatta attendance at coach and school discretion
Availability at a mutually convenient time as may be required for DMCRC or School meetings regarding squad activity, attendance at 4 coaching checkpoint sessions throughout the season with the Head Coach
Honorariums Fees & Reimbursements
Paid in two equal installments over the rowing season, details provided receipt of expressions of interest
Reimbursement for applicable and approved coaching / professional development activity, details provided receipt of expressions of interest
Discount on club and / or school rowing subscription fees for yourself and /or immediate family member
Applicable policy / procedure / licensing
Working with children registration mandatory / first aid certificate desirable, motor boat license desirable, adherence to Rowing Handbook, School Coaching & Team Management guidelines and Coaching Handbook (to be developed), Participation in School & Club induction and adherence to applicable policies and procedures.
*Structure and approach to Masters coaching to be agreed with Masters Rowers.
Criteria
Under 13 Support Coach
Under 14 Support Coach
Under 15 Support Coach
U16 & U19 Support Coach
Opens Support Coach
Skills & Experience
Appropriate prior learning applicable to rowing coaching as assessed against Rowing Australia’s Recognition of Prior Learning guidelines desirable
Appropriate prior learning applicable to rowing coaching as assessed against Rowing Australia’s Recognition of Prior Learning guidelines mandatory
Coaching accreditation level 1 or above desirable
Demonstrable ability to engage / encourage and empower athletes and communicate with key stakeholders.
Resource requirement / activity
Support lead coach in the execution of an age group specific training program for a 3 day rowing camp in January each year
Support lead coach with the Learn to row program – 3 weekends approx. late Aug / early Sep
Best endeavors to support the execution of the learn to row program
Support for Min. of 2 on water training sessions per week
Support Min. of for 3 on water sessions per week
Support for a Min. of 3 on water sessions per week
Gym sessions to be substituted for on water sessions as either weather dictates or at the coaches discretion
Min. of 1 gym session per week in addition to on water
Min. of 2 gym sessions per week in addition to on water
Support lead coach in the co-ord and mgt of squad attendance at all school regattas
Support lead coach in the co-ord and mgt of squad attendance at all school regattas (Launceston regatta optional) Pennant regatta attendance at coach and school discretion
Availability at a mutually convenient time as may be required for DMCRC or School meetings regarding squad activity, attendance at 4 coaching checkpoint sessions throughout the season with the Head Coach
Honorariums Fees & Reimbursements
Paid in two equal installments over the rowing season, details provided receipt of expressions of interest
Reimbursement for applicable and approved coaching / professional development activity, details provided receipt of expressions of interest
Discount on club and / or school rowing subscription fees for yourself and /or immediate family member
Applicable policy / procedure / licensing
Working with children registration mandatory / first aid certificate desirable, motor boat license desirable, adherence to Rowing Handbook, School Coaching & Team Management guidelines and Coaching Handbook (to be developed), Participation in School & Club induction and adherence to applicable policies and procedures.