The Australian equestrian federation is calling for applications for the position of National Performance Director Dressage. This management role encompasses leadership within Equestrian Australia's High Performance Program for Dressage leading the discipline through to the 2016 Olympic Games.
The role is a part time position and will be negotiated to attract the best applicant. The salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications and the dressage director should be based in Australia.
The role of the National Performance Director is primarily a leadership and management role and not a direct coaching role. S/he needs to implement the Dressage High Performance Plan within the Program’s budgetary guidelines. The NPD provides management and education of high performance riders that will impact on the success of international competition and major championship campaigns.
The position of National Performance Director is separated into three key areas. These are High Performance duties, National Team management and administration and reporting. The National Performance Director is expected to fulfil the requirements in all three areas
Critical success factors in this role will be the efficient and effective use of the available resources, development and monitoring of training, competition and management plans for both riders and horses in addition to creating a team environment and culture that supports achieving the stated performance objectives of the Equestrian Australia High Performance Program.
Selection Criteria
High level understanding of the discipline of Dressage at International level
High level organisational and management skills
High level Leadership skills and an ability to work with other team personnel in high pressure situations
Strong planning, analytical and reporting skills
Applications can be sent to sara.latham@equestrian.org.au
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