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200 Selby Street JOLIMONT 6014 PO Box 930 SUBIACO 6904

Tel: (08) 9380 3700 Fax: (08) 9380 3799 Email: [email protected] www.netballwa.com.au

GENERAL MANAGER OPERATIONS Employer Netball WA Position Title General Manager Operations Reports to Chief Executive Officer Department Office of the CEO Office Location Gold Netball Centre, 200 Selby Street, Jolimont Organisational Overview Netball WA (NWA) is the governing body for the sport in Western Australia, incorporating

the subsidiary entities of West Coast Fever Netball Club (WCF) and Glass Jar Australia (GJA). Netball WA has a clear vision to be ‘The sport of choice in Western Australia’. Underpinning this vision and our purpose of ‘advancing netball, advancing communities, is our Strategic Plan which outlines key outcomes, goals and strategies across four pillars within Netball WA; People & Culture, Participation, Pathway & Business Performance.

Position Overview The General Manager Operations will provide operational management and leadership to ensure the delivery of all Netball in WA core business across Netball WA and its two subsidiary companies of West Coast Fever Netball Club and Glass Jar Australia.

Located at the impressive Gold Netball Centre in Jolimont, the role will provide leadership in the following core areas; finance & accounting, Venue operations and business development, compliance, ICT, legal and risk management, asset management, business planning, , policy, procedure and office management in supporting the strategic directions of the CEO and Board.

A close working relationship with the Chief Commercial Officer and GM – People and Culture in the delivery of shared services across the functional areas of community, WCF and GJA along with ensuring strong relationships are forged and maintained with affiliated bodies, relevant stakeholders and internal staff and volunteers will be essential to the successful achievement of this position’s objectives.

Core Responsibilities • Promote the aims and objectives of Netball in WA, within the Netball and general Western Australian communities;

• Management of Netball in WA operational systems, policies and processes; • Management of logistical support for the Netball WA office including the Gold

Netball Centre, asset management, office accommodation and leases; • Financial & business planning to ensure delivery of Netball WA Strategic goals; • Undertake Company secretary function for NWA and its subsidiary companies

in West Coast Fever Netball Club Ltd and Glass Jar Australia Ltd • Manage and Report on key achievements against key Netball WA Strategic

Plan Performance Measures; • Grow the Netball WA brand in a dynamic and vibrant way through the

communication of best practice initiatives, advocacy, engagement and first-class customer experience methodologies.

Key Duties

• Manage and oversee Netball WA's finance, accounting and budget processes; • Oversee the Management of Gold Netball Centre, office build with Venues West

and other key assets; • Coordinate financial papers for Audit and Finance committee and report on the

same; • Advise Executive Management on relevant short, medium and long-term

financial matters and associated risks;



• Assist and advise internal departments in the preparation of annual budgets and associated financial management plans;

• Ensure best practice operations and management of financial and accounting systems (in a timely and accurate manner) including financial budgeting and forecasting, accounts payable and receivable, cash and funds management, taxation & statistical returns, payroll, and regular analysis and reporting of results;

• Monitor the wider organisational financial performance and advise and recommend appropriate risk mitigation strategies to ensure financial control;

• Maintain and enhance budgeting and financial control systems across the organisation;

• In collaboration with contract service providers and key internal staff, ensure the effective administration of the organisations technology and information management systems;

• Develop and oversee the operational plans of Netball WA, WCF and GJA in conjunction with GM – People & Culture;

• Oversee and manage financial management and office management staff; • Manage Netball in WA legal procedures, protocols and requirements; • Lead the review and update of all Netball in WA policies and procedures in

conjunction with GM People and Culture; • Administration of Netball WA Office and oversight of Netball WA assets; • Review and implement ICT strategy; • Work closely with High Performance, Development, Event, Commercial,

Marketing, Media and Communications Departments to establish a comprehensive activity calendar;

• Assist CEO in delivery of key messages and achievement of key strategic goals. • Prepare reports and conduct presentations as required; • Attend meetings and represent Netball in WA on various groups and

committees and liaise with other organisations and individuals on matters as required;

• Any other duties within the Employees capabilities and which is reasonable to expect the Employee to undertake as directed by the CEO from time to time

Criteria

Essential Candidates applying for this role must have the following:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar, senior operations management role;

• Demonstrated experience in the management of financial and related accounting functions within a medium to large organisational environment;

• Proven ability to develop, implement and manage systems, policies and processes that promote financial and operational management excellence;

• Strong leadership abilities including well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work within and effectively manage a small team of staff;

• Strong communication (written and verbal), negotiation and relationship building skills



• Strong time management, presentation skills and the ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks

• Excellent computer skills and information technology literacy with a range of software applications

• Experience in project management and management of staff, volunteers and contractors

• Preparedness to be flexible in respect to work hours and intrastate travel • A current driver’s license • Working with Children Clearance • Desired • Exposure in working within a member-based association, particularly of a

sporting nature. • Post-graduate qualification in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or

Management. • A hands-on appreciation of sport and in particular professional team sport

NWA Values + Behaviours

Promote the purpose, values and behaviours of Netball WA, West Coast Fever and Shooting Stars within the netball and greater Western Australian communities, advocating the organisation as a deliverer in service excellence;

Values • Professionalism • Collaboration • Innovation

Behaviours • Be on the same side and act as one • Always support each other to reach our goals • Be open and honest • Find a way to do what we say we will do • Listen to and value our people • Be the best at what we do

Key Interactions Strategic Chief Executive Officer Chief Commercial Officer GM People & Culture GM Community GJA – Executive Officer Operational Shared Services Department Corporate Services Department Community Netball Department West Coast Fever Glass Jar Australia NWA Associations and Clubs Local, National and International media outlets



Government Departments Netball Australia

Hours of work This role is a full-time maximum term (3 years with possible extension), working 37.5 hours per week. The nature of this position requires some out of hours and weekend work.

Salary/Benefits A salary of $110-120,000 per annum plus superannuation will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on level of experience.

Netball WA offers a range of benefits to our staff that include: Free parking on site, tickets to West Coast Fever and other events, access to Professional Development opportunities, Employee Wellness & Assistant Programs.

Questions regarding the process & How to Apply

Applicants are asked to forward a current resume outlining their relevant experience and a covering letter addressing the i) role criteria and ii) motivation for your application via seek.com.au (preferred) or e-mail to:

Nicole Horrocks, HR Consultant [email protected]

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

When do applications close? Applications close Monday October 21st at 12pm. Netball WA reserves the right to amend or close the application process prior to this date.

Who do I contact if I have an enquiry regarding the role?

In confidence to Garry Chandler, GM People & Culture, [email protected]

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