League Integration and Game Development. Regional Manager and/or Lead Game Development Officer

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1 Position Description POSITION TITLE: DEPARTMENT: REPORTS TO: DIRECT REPORTS: Game Development Officer League Integration and Game Development Regional Manager and/or Lead Game Development Officer N/A PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: Plan, deliver and implement game development programs within the designated area to deliver on defined outcomes and increase overall participation of Rugby League in accordance with Game Development s Strategic Plan. Key Result Area Major Activities Performance Measure 1. Relationship Building and Management 2. Program Delivery Partner and collaborate with peers to leverage existing programs and present an integrated Rugby League approach, profile and brand. Build rapport with existing connections to maintain networks internally and externally. Liaise with key area stakeholders to facilitate their competitions and development activities. Promote acceptance of Rugby League at all levels to support an increase in awareness of Rugby League within the area. Plan and deliver programs and initiatives to meet the defined objectives of the area. Implement programs and pathways to increase the participation of Rugby League within the area. Produce area reports and records to inform the Regional Manager and/or Lead Game Development Officer of current and upcoming programs, initiatives and activities. Provide input into education programs to inform the design process of education and training programs. Coordinate training and accreditation of supplementary staff in the area to meet NRL requirements. Maintains, fosters and leverages key internal and external relationships Area game development activities are delivered within set budget and timeframes Increased participation across programs delivered 1

2 3. Representative Represent the Rugby League at all times internally and externally to promote a positive profile, brand awareness and perception of Rugby League within the community. Public awareness and perception as one unified brand 4. Corporate Governance & Compliance Understand relevant policy and planning to ensure individual compliance. Adhere to existing policies and processes to ensure adequate governance and compliance with company standards and regulations. Compliance with the Australian Rugby League Commission, Australian Sports Commission, State Sports and School organisation, and Local Councils are ensured The whole of game values are upheld Key Challenges Delivering development programs and initiatives within the area given the complex operating environment and the competing interests of its diverse stakeholders. Key Decision Making Authority Game Development Officer reports to the Regional Manager and/or Lead Game Development Officer, and is responsible for delivering the activities across the area within the defined parameters. Position Dimensions Expenditure: As per individual performance plan Staff Reporting Directly: N/A Staff Reporting Indirectly: N/A Key Communications Internal State Development Managers Affiliated States Manager Lead Game Development Officers Participation Manager Education, Training and Research Manager Peers (cross divisionally) NRL Staff External Rugby League Clubs States Leagues National & State Sporting Agencies Schools Communities Committees (e.g. National Game Development Council) Government (Local) 2

3 Knowledge, Skills and Experience Knowledge and experience in Rugby League Relevant tertiary qualifications combined with 2-5 years of sporting industry experience Experience in program development and project, people and budgetary management Communication skills to network and build effective relationships with key stakeholders Ability to work in a team environment Experience in event management Employment Conditions Remuneration will be in accordance with the NRL policy Employer s contributions to Superannuation Hours of work Ordinary Hours of Work shall be 38 hours per week, performed between Monday and Friday, plus reasonable additional hours required to fulfil the requirements of the job All successful applicants will be required to undergo a mandatory Working with Children background check Work Health and Safety Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and all employees while at work. Acknowledge and understand NRL OHS policy and processes in the workplace at all times. 3

4 Competency and Definition Communication: Effectively communicates to promote understanding and support informed debate with internal colleagues and external stakeholders. Structures the message to suit the audience and situation. Relationship Building / Networking Establishes rapport with people easily, developing and maintaining a network of contacts who can provide information, help and access to others. Initiative & Ownership: Effectively leads oneself and others in order to inspire sustained, superior performance. Displays confidence and professionalism in undertaking tasks. Is motivated to develop new skills. Creativity & Adaptability: Identifies the need for change and develops new ideas and solutions. Encourages and supports innovation and gains the commitment of others. Reacts positively and with enthusiasm to change and improvement. Collaboration & Teamwork: Willingly cooperates and works collaboratively with internal colleagues and external stakeholders in order to accomplish organisational / team / project objectives. Creates an environment where colleagues can learn from one another and add Level Behavioural Indicators Demonstrates understanding of the need for timely and accurate communication within the NRL Demonstrates awareness of the NRL s sources and audiences for information Shows awareness of the NRL s communication channels and their uses Receives information to enable outcomes; asks questions to promote own understanding Shows an ability to receive and record information in an accurate and orderly manner Works to be accepted and respected by peers and co-workers Uses informal networks to gain support for ideas/projects and to get work done Talks easily with others (internal and external to NRL) to build rapport Builds relationships in support of organizational strategies Offers compromises and trade-offs to others where necessary to gain their cooperation and build consensus Seeks information and support from many different sources before deciding on own approach Manages time, resources and work effectively, to accomplish tasks and to plan one s work Shows understanding of the importance of individual performance management and continuous self-development Demonstrates awareness of development opportunities within own area of work Acknowledges own mistakes and achievements, accepting feedback openly Demonstrates an awareness of treating people fairly and equitably Challenges existing processes and assumptions; is not afraid to ask questions Embraces change and is eager to try new things Demonstrates ability to occasionally develop creative solutions for addressing problems Inquisitive attitude; questioning, challenging and modifying own thinking Seeks, accepts and builds on constructive feedback to improve ideas/suggestions Demonstrates awareness of how own role impacts the functioning of own team Recognises how the role and functioning of own area of work relates to that of other teams and the NRL as an organisation Seeks to build constructive relationships with NRL colleagues across the organisation Shows an understanding of the importance of collaboration to the work of the NRL Works constructively and supportively as a team member 4

5 value to the work of others in a respectful way. Analytical Thinking: Builds a logical approach to systematically address problems or opportunities. Uses own knowledge and experience base but also draws on additional references and resources to test outcomes and/or supplement own knowledge. Demonstrates the ability to see basic relationships between information sources and spot potential implications Anticipates potential obstacles and thinks ahead Shows awareness of the data, relevant facts and information required to understand opportunities/ problems and the potential outcomes/solutions Demonstrates the ability to analyse information and/or situations to identify basic causes Asks for help when own knowledge does not enable tasks to be completed 5

6 Verification This position holder and manager have read the above position description and are satisfied that it accurately describes the position Manager: Name Signature Date Position Holder: Name Signature Date 6