BACKGROUND

“We believe that as an organisation we all have a responsibility to ensure we leave a legacy so that long after we have gone, future generations can continue to enjoy playing bowls. This means clubs, centres and Bowls NZ Board and staff working together to provide LEADERSHIP to make this happen. It means being a team – Together Everyone Achieves More.”

Click here to download the information document and an application form.

Applications close on the 24th of June.

Bowls New Zealand Inc is the national governing body for the sport of lawn bowls in New Zealand and operates as a non-profit organisation. In recent times, the role of sport has changed not only in NZ but across the world. In order to adapt to these changes effectively, we need to change the way we think and the way we do things. However this will only happen with the right people in place who are prepared to take the sport of bowls into a new era.

We recognise that some of our biggest challenges at club and centre level are:

• A dwindling volunteer base and the desperate need to implement succession planning. We also understand that in most cases, the same core group of volunteers are responsible for running clubs and centres – they are tired and would appreciate some assistance.
• A declining membership base but increasing casual base
• A need to identify with, relate and communicate to a wide base of participants that are spread over generations
• A lack of leadership

Working together with SPARC and MindSpring, we have developed a stimulating leadership programme to help address these issues.

THE PROGRAMME

We are thrilled to offer existing and potential leaders in our sport the opportunity to apply for a position on the FUTURE LEADERS programme. The FUTURE LEADERS programme is designed to identify a new group of volunteers who are willing to take bowls into a new era. The training programme is based on the “One Bowls: One Vision” project and will contribute to the following outcomes:

• Leadership at all levels of the sport
• Strong & sustainable clubs and centres – on and off the green
• A legacy for future generations
• More people playing bowls more often
• Clear pathways so people can participate and progress in bowls from club to international level as a Player, a Technical Official, a Coach or an Administrator

AGENDA

THE FACILITATORS

The programme will be delivered by the dynamic team at MindSpring, Damian D’Cruz and Tanya Mogg. Both Damian and Tanya are experienced facilitators who have delivered a number of successful programmes in the sporting sector.

It is a 5 day course in 2 separate blocks – 3 days followed by 2 days at a later date.

VENUES & DATES

WHO SHOULD APPLY

We are looking for particular skills and competencies. This programme is for you if you:

• Can demonstrate an understanding of the Bowls NZ strategic plan
• Want to lead change in the sport
• Are computer literate
• Are supported by your club/centre/programme to take up a leadership role
• Are willing and able to commit to a role within the sport of bowls
• Are keen to provide leadership at all levels of the sport
• Are eager to ensure strong & successful clubs & centres – on and off the green
• Understand the importance of leaving a legacy for future generations of bowlers
• Want to ensure we have more people playing bowls more often
• Are enthusiastic about developing clear pathways so people can participate and progress in bowls from club to international level as a Player, a Technical Official, a Coach or an Administrator

AVAILABILITY

You will need to attend all 5 days in your region. Following the course you are expected to play an active leadership role in your region to help deliver on the One Bowls: One Vision outcomes already outlined.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

Bowls NZ, with the generous support of SPARC, are prepared to invest in you as a future leader for our sport. We will cover all course related costs including course attendance, travel and accommodation where necessary. In return we need your time, input, energy and a willingness to lead a change programme in your region.

SUPPORT NETWORK

It is anticipated that you will currently have your own support network, including mentors, in place. However upon completing the FUTURE LEADERS programme we will work with you to strengthen this network by ensuring that there are no barriers to accessing help, advice and information when needed across the sport of bowls.

TO APPLY

We have limited spaces available, in each region, for the first intake of participants in the FUTURE LEADERS programme. To apply, simply fill in the official application form and send with your CV to Bowls NZ via post or email. Application forms are available on our website at www.bowlsnz.co.nz