Head Of Pathway Program

The Head of Pathway role within the Surfing Australia (SA) High Performance Program works as an integral lead of our team supporting Australian athletes to become the world's best surfers and people. The Pathway athlete cohort is made up of male & female U21 athletes from pre-emerging to WSL Qualifying Series level with the focus on becoming WT and Olympic ready with World Class support to achieve individual goals and priorities.
ROLE PURPOSE Execute the Pathway program plan with excellenceSupport Pathway program athletes, coaches & relevant network to achieve individual goals and priorities.Enhancing the ability of the Pathway team to contribute to the SA HP Program KPI's and meet benchmark events targets.An integrated approach with SA's Performance Support team to enhance the Pathway athletes and team in achieving performance targets.Support activity related to relevant benchmark events including ISA World Junior Championships and WSL World JuniorsWin & foster partnerships for Surfing Australia to support the organisation & improve the Pathway programResponsible for the Pathway Program HPP brand & outcomesDesign & implement the School to BRC to regional to State High Performance annual plansDeliver the Northern Beaches HP program & develop future sustainable hubs in AustraliaLead & ensure annual delivery of U18/U16/U14 State body High Performance programsEnsure the Pathway Program is maximising growth opportunities through efficient planning, processes, budgeting & reportingKEY 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 expertiseTough sales market & challenged surf industryLarge playing field with surfers all over Australia & the locations all over the worldWorldwide competition is growing & fastKEY RELATIONSHIPS Athletes: To connect, listen and understand athlete needsNational HP Director: To ensure performance is aligned for sustainable successHP Program staff: To work collaboratively to support, enable and impact optimal performance togetherPathway Coaches & Coach Network: To support the delivery of sustainable high performance, athlete progression, and wellbeingPerformance Team(s) and Preferred Provider networks: To support an integrated performance approach and collaboratively prepare our athletes to become world's best surfers and people.NIN (AIS & SIS/SAS), State bodies, AOC, and WSL: To enhance collaboration within the National systemSurf Industry: To have strong working commercial partnerships, trust & credibilityMedia & Owned/SA Marketing: To work collaboratively to maximise outcomes in HPP brand, SA & surf performance marketingP&C Group: To have a strong working relationship with SA BRC managers & learning & development for best outcomes in HP PathwaysSport Australia / Professional Network: To support the achievement of system and Surfing Australia HP Program outcomes and to maintain current best practice and learnings.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead, Facilitate and Drive Strategy Champion the SA HPP culture of Athlete focused, Coach led integrated performance teamsDevelop a plan, identify tasks, resources and accountabilities to support successful realisation of program objectivesEstablish mutually beneficial, long-term relationships with athletes, coaches, HP key stakeholders, other providers, States, teams and admin staff.Provide expert advice to internal or external stakeholders directly or by facilitation.Drive a culture that fosters and develops innovative processes, communications and accountabilities that result in process improvements.Champion Performance Planning Support Ensure prioritisation of athlete performance planningWhere applicable, assist within performance teams, work collaboratively with coaches / performance support providers to analyse needs of athlete, and set appropriate performance goals, develop plans, monitor and implement these plans and review periodically.Draw conclusions and makes recommendations based on qualitative or quantitative informationDelivery of Daily Performance Environment Manage Pathway coaches and Network Coaches with providing direct athlete servicePromote/support a 'performance focused culture' and commit to continuous learningRegularly attend DPE training sessions, camps and competitions to identify and understand opportunities and challenges and support an integrated approachPerformance Management & Recruitment Meet monthly with direct reports to discuss performance, monitor progress and consider future requirementsCommit to developing a professional development planIdentify, recruit and develop Pathway staffProvide technical leadership and guidance & mentorship to other performance support staff and coaches, including professional development, where appropriateSupervise or assist in the supervision of staff to ensure high quality services are met.Operations and Reporting Ensure relevant qualifications are met and updated by Pathway staff and Network providersEnsure quality data is captured, and analysis and reporting requirements using any required system/sport platforms have been met as outlined by NHPD.Lead effective financial and administrative requirements for Pathway program and staff as applicable.Attend and where appropriate lead formal meetingsEnsure all stakeholder and SA reporting requirements are metReport quarterly on results vs KPIs for all surfers & programsGeneral Represent SA with best intentionsWork collaboratively with other SA Departments towards organisational outcomesAdhere to all the SA policies and procedures, particularly the Code of ConductReflect the SA values in everyday work environmentComply with WHS legislation, company WHS policies, objectives and procedures. Contribute and participate in the health and safety of all staff, visitors and contractors.SUCCESS PROFILE Experience Expertise in Surfing7+ years in high performance sport environmentsProven success in planning, periodising and managing athletes across multiple seasons/campaigns to support medal-winning performance (or equivalent) at an international level.Proven experience in using a holistic approach to planning and monitoring athletic performance in individual athletes to achieve performance progression.Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a multi-disciplinary/sport team environment with high performance athletes / coaches.Experience in developing and supervising staff to achieve performance outcomes.Experience in operating and managing quality control and quality assurance programs to meet compliance standards.Experience in reporting to a variety of stakeholders, investment management & negotiationsDesign and delivery of strategic planning and systems / processes to deliver improved business performanceDemonstrated ability to analyse data, interpret results and produce reports for influencing athletic training programs.Proven experience in presenting to coaches related information for enhanced performance.Proven ability to sell & keep commercial partnershipsDemonstrated coaching experience with National level athletesProven ability in sports marketingKnowledge Relevant tertiary qualification is desirableProgression Surf Coach or equivalent Coaching qualificationDemonstrated understanding of theory and modern coaching philosophies and the application for the development of high performance training programsKnowledge and understanding of Australian High Performance sport systemsKnowledge of the current trends, structure and dynamics in international level Surfing in the areas of coaching, sports science and sport medicineUnderstanding the requirements of High Performance athletes and coachesIntermediate/Advanced knowledge of MS Office and other sports specific computer programsFirst aid and resuscitation certificateWorking with children checkStrong understanding of the Surf Industry & athlete sponsorshipsStrategic planningProject ManagementLeading in complexityFacilitating ChangeAligning Performance for SuccessBusiness DevelopmentCoaching and Developing OthersOperational Decision MakingDelegation and EmpowermentDriving for ResultsMonitoring InformationBuilding PartnershipsBuilding TeamsCreating a Culture of TrustSound financial and administrative skillsPersonal Attributes Strong ambition for athletesHigh responsibility/accountabilityWell organised & detail orientedCan relate & connect with young adults, Youth, Children & parentsContinuous learnerAnalyticalEnergyRespectfulNote: This position requires a clearance/s to work with children which is an essential component of this role and therefore to continuing employment. PLEASE NOTE: It is your responsibility to obtain the appropriate licence. This position is required to travel domestically and/or internationally.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. Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check #J-18808-Ljbffr