State
Development
Officer
July 15
2014
This document is to assist applicants for the position of State
Development Officer with the New South Wales Touch Association. This
package outlines the position description and employment details.
Position
Description &
Information
Package
State Development Officer 2014
Association Profile: NSWTA is the peak body for Touch Football in NSW and is affiliated with the National body
Touch Football Australia. The key focus of the organisation is to promote and provide opportunities for current
and prospective members to participate in the sport of Touch Football.
Job Title:
State Development Officer
Date:
2014
Job Description:
Summary of Duties:
The position of State Development Officer is responsible for the management and
delivery of the New South Wales Touch Association development and education programs for playing, coaching,
refereeing and selecting throughout the state. The Development Officer also assists Associations in the
development of the sport of Touch, working with the Sport Manager, Development Manager, Events Manager,
NSWTA State Development Officers and Regional Committees, to maximize opportunities for Touch to be a first
choice sport among current and perspective participants. The position has a focus towards an important role in
increasing both the quality and quantity of coaches, referees, selectors, administrators and players of all ages as
well the quality of domestic competitions. The Development Officer will have involvement from grass root to elite
level. This current role will have a strong focus in the Sydney Inner West, Western, Illawarra & Northern West
areas of NSW and will be responsible for the delivery of the sport within those boundaries.
Specific Duties: The Development Officer is responsible for:
1.
Coach, Referee, Selector and Player Development: In conjunction with the Regions, Affiliated
Associations, Regional Academies, Department of Sport & Recreation, Educational Institutions and other
relevant agencies,
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Plan, organise and administer the Level 0, 1 and 2 NCAS coaching seminar program;
Plan, organise and administer the NCAS refereeing seminar program;
Plan, organise and administer the NCAS selecting seminar program;
Identify, develop and implement general coach education seminars & programs;
Assist in managing the New South Wales Touch Association database of NCAS accredited coaches,
referees and selectors;
In consultation with the Sport Manager and Development Manager and in liaison with the Regions and
Affiliated Associations identify, develop, produce and distribute appropriate resource materials for
education and training;
Coordinate special high performance coach education clinics and courses as required;
Represent New South Wales Touch Association on various committees’ as directed by the General
Manager;
Conduct NCAS Courses as required;
Manage any correspondence relevant to Development for and on behalf of New South Wales Touch
Association;
Actively liaise with coaches, referees and selectors via available mediums;
Liaise with the State Technical Panel personnel and Committee’s to implement strategies consistent with
the stated organisational objectives;
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
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m. Under the supervision and direction of the Sport Manager and Development Manager, act as Editor for
the any Regional News publication.
2.
a.
b.
c.
3.
Player Development: In conjunction with The Regions, Affiliated Associations, Regional Academies,
Department of Sport & Recreation, Educational Institutions and other relevant agencies,
Manage the primary elements of the New South Wales Touch Association Talent Camps, including setting
of dates and venues; appointment of coaching and administrative personnel; administer selection process
and advice to invited players; in conjunction with the Business Operations Manager, manage payment
system and reconciliation; administer required letters and wrap-up.
Develop and manage a program of coaching clinics, including specialized clinics, school clinics throughout
New South Wales, including but not limited to School Holiday Programs and elite player development
camps;
Investigate, Develop, Plan, Manage and Administer the NSW Regional programs, ensuring Touch is
established as a first choice sport throughout all parts of New South Wales;
Member Development: In conjunction with the General Manager, Sport Manager, Development
Manager, Regions and Affiliated Associations,
a.
b.
c.
d.
4.
Officials & Volunteers: In conjunction with the Regions, Affiliated Associations, Regional Academies,
Department of Sport & Recreation, Educational Institutions, Australian Touch Association and other
relevant agencies,
a.
b.
5.
Manage initiative under the Austouch Program, Coaching, Selecting and Refereeing courses for
and on behalf of New South Wales Touch Association;
Identify possible Austouch Program leaders;
General duties:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
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Manage programs and initiative designed to assist in the development of Touch at association
level, including but not limited to promotional tours, state team/player visits, NSW Technical
assistance and other special touch events;
Assist Regions and affiliates develop their links with Sportzware Competition Management
Program
Assist the Regions and affiliates in adopting best practice for the sports delivery.
Work with the Development Manager to deliver the Austouch Program.
Contribute to the New South Wales Touch Schools program and development. Ensuring strong
linkages between the NSW Touch Association, Regions, Affiliated Associations and Educational
institutions are maintained and developed;
Contribute to the New South Wales strategic plans and funding submissions;
Manage Development budgets for and on behalf of New South Wales Touch Association;
Assist the Events Manager with the presentation and delivery of the NSW Touch Association
Tournament Calendar;
Any other duties as required by the General Manager/Sport Manager/Development Manager.
State Development Officer 2014
Job Location:
Earlwood, Sydney.
Industry:
Sport & Recreation
Job Role:
State Development Officer
Joining Date:
July/August 2014
Employment Status:
Full-time
Employment
Type:
Employee-Full time
Annual Salary Range:
$45,000 & fully maintained
vehicle with private usage.
Managed By:
Development Manager
Number of Vacancies:
1
Manages
Others:
Nil
Skills:
Qualifications:

Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in sport/event management/education or a related field.

Must have strong negotiating skills with clients, partners and other event vendors.

Excellent organisational, planning and project management skills.

Be able to travel when necessary.

Strong time management, leadership and organizational skills.

Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.

Manage expenses to be within budget.

Must have strong computer and IT skills
Please Send Application to:
Name:
Mr. Daniel Rushworth
Email:
[email protected]
Address:
PO Box 27
Country:
Australia
City:
Bardwell Park
Postal Code:
2207
Phone:
02 9558 9333
Fax:
02 9558 8799
External URL:
http://www.nswtouch.com.au/jobs
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State Development Officer Application Form (Applications close Friday 25th July)
**Applications must include; the below form as well as curriculum vitae, cover letter and three referees.**
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Please Send Application to:
Name:
Mr. Daniel Rushworth
Email:
[email protected]
Address:
PO Box 27
Country:
Australia
City:
Bardwell Park
Postal Code:
2207
Phone:
02 9558 9333
Fax:
02 9558 8799
External URL:
http://www.nswtouch.com.au/jobs
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