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Role title: Talent UNLSHD Program Manager
Reports to: Surfing Australia's Head of Pathway Program
Area: High Performance - Pathway
Organisation: Surfing Australia
Location: Surfing Australia HPC, Casuarina NSW
Roles that report to this role: Coach Development Lead & State Program Leads
OVERVIEW
The Talent UNLSHD Women and Girls Program is a strategic initiative aimed at making Australia the dominant nation in female surfing by:
Identifying, nurturing and developing the next generation of Australian female surfing talent
To build a strong and sustainable female national coaching network that empowers and supports long-term athlete success.
ROLE PURPOSE
The Program Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of the Program across Australia in the following ways;
Finalise Program Development Strategy and Operational Plan
Liaise with States on individual State priorities, collaborate on program deliverables and finalise MOU's with each State Body.
Identify, recruit and onboard Coach Development Lead
Support States with identifying, selecting and onboarding of State Program Leads based off State and HP recommendations
Support States with identifying, selecting and onboarding of coaches for regional hubs based off State and HP recommendations
Liaise with Selection Panel to coordinate athlete selections for each program phase
Manage program budget and finance, including, tracking and acquittals
Plan and deliver multiple National Camps for athletes each year
Management of performance support activity and allocation of Wave Pool and Strike funding
Support the Coach Development Lead with development strategy for all program coaches including development camps and identifying mentoring opportunities
Liaise with Program Specialist Guests to ensure deliverables and program alignment
Review and report on program outcomes to significant donor and stakeholders
Locate facilities and businesses to partner with the program.
KEY CHALLENGES
Working in a fast-paced, complex multi-discipline high performance environment.
Working within a restricted resource environment.
Working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and varying agendas.
Adapting to ways of working that includes 'cross discipline' delivery of performance support requiring close liaison with discipline expertise
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: NHPD, Head of Pathway Program, SA HPP Coaches, Pathways Operational Manager, EA to HPD, Coach Development Lead, Head of Participation & Community
External: State Bodies, Network Coaches, Athletes, Parents, 3rd party travel providers, external Performance Support Providers.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Operations and Reporting:
Attend regular meetings with the Head of Pathway, Pathway Operations Manager, relevant coaches and State Bodies
Review and report on program activities.
Manage Program issues professionally in conjunction with partners, as required.
Professional management of facilities and resources, and effective financial and administrative coordination where required.
Ensure best practice resources are followed and consult with SA HPP for direction
Actively align with strategy, direction and best practice principles set out.
Support Coach development Lead to ensuring Program Coaches are upskilling and have access to development camps, PD opportunities and mentoring & reporting requirements are met
Establish mutually beneficial, long-term relationships with athletes, coaches, key stakeholders, other providers, teams and admin staff.
Identify and recruit key personnel
Ensure quality data capture, analysis and reporting process using required system/sport platforms.
Lead effective financial and administrative coordination requirements where applicable.
Manage issues professionally
Ensure reporting requirements are met
General:
Ability to travel domestically
Working with children clearance.
Interest and passion for the sport surfing
First aid certificate
Driver's license
Represent SA as required
Work collaboratively with other internal Departments towards organisational outcomes
Adhere to all the SA policies and procedures, particularly the Code of Conduct
Reflect the SA values in everyday work environment
Comply with WHS legislation, Sports Integrity, company WHS policies, objectives and procedures.
Contribute and participate in the health and safety of all staff, visitors and contractors.
SUCCESS PROFILE
Experience:
3 + years in a high performance sport environment
Proven experience in program management and delivery
Demonstrated commitment to work in a multi-disciplinary/sport team environment with high performance athletes and coaches.
Experience in supervising staff to achieve performance outcomes.
Experience in operating and managing quality control and quality assurance
Knowledge:
Progression Surf Coach or equivalent Coaching qualification is desirable (not essential)
Knowledge and understanding of Australian High Performance sport systems and the Australian Surfing Pathway
Understanding the requirements of High Performance athletes and coaches
Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
First aid and resuscitation certificate
Working with children check
Aligning Performance for Success
Driving for Results
Monitoring Information
Building Partnerships
Building Teams
Creating a Culture of Trust
Managing others
Logistics & Planning
Personal Attributes:
Passion for encouraging the progression and development of women and girls high performance surfing in Australia
High responsibility/accountability
Detail oriented
Practical
Continuous learner
Energy
Respectful
PLEASE NOTE:
This position requires a clearance/s to work with children which is an essential component of this role and therefore to continuing employment.
It is your responsibility to obtain the appropriate licence.
This position is required to travel domestically.
This position requires/may require weekend work, or outside ordinary work hours.
The successful candidate for this role will be subject to a National Police Criminal History Check prior to appointment.
The successful candidate for this role will be required to undertake a Security Clearance.
You must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia. You are required to notify surfing Australia if your right to work in Australia ceases.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 11 AUGUST 2025.
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