Reports to:                        District Commissioner, Gosford

Direct reports:                  Cub Leaders, Scout Leaders, Venturer Leaders, Group Committee

Overview of Role:·

• Leads the group to positively impact our Scouting Vision and Mission through membership growth.·
• Role models and leads a  positive culture that encourages safety first, risk management, sustainable growth, program quality and group health.·
• Is committed to Scouts Australia program—that integrates the Four Key Elements: Adventure, Plan-Do Review,  SPICES and Youth-led.

Benefits:·

• Leadership and management training including nationally recognised qualifications.
• Having a meaningful impact on your community and in the lives of youth and leaders.
• Building relationships with like-minded individuals.

Skills/Competencies:

• Demonstrate leadership, management, problem solving, delegation and decision-making skills.·
• Possess a strong leadership experience – ideally with volunteer background eg Scouting experience is highly desirable but is not mandatory. ·
• Well-developed and effective interpersonal, team-player and communication skills.·
• Ability to build and hold relationships with community leaders and partnerships in Scouting.·
• Proven ability to inspire confidence, teamwork, and leadership in others, encouraging a climate favourable for group health and growth.·
• Competent Microsoft Office user with experience in mobile and web-based technology.
• Goal-oriented with an ability to help others in a team perform well.
• Excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.·
• Knowledge of Scouts Australia’s Policies, Procedures, Standards, program and structure preferred but can be gained through training.·
• Model positive behaviours appropriate to Scouting.·
• Be or become a registered and active member of Scouting and must maintain the most current level of training.A belief in and alignment to Scouts Australia’s Purpose, Principles and Mission is essential.

Role Expectations:

• Promote and actively support  the recruitment of new Unit members at all levels, Joeys, Cubs, Scouts, and  Venturers.
• Actively recruit Group Committee members to assist the Unit Leaders with supporting the needs of the Group.·
• Promote and actively support the recruitment, appointment and ongoing training of new Leaders and Parent Helpers.
• Undertake required training as a Leader of Adults both online and in person.·
• Provide feedback to Unit Leaders and Group Committee members quarterly identifying opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Chair monthly Group meetings, attend monthly District Group Leader meetings.·
• Be an advocate for youth input and involvement at the Group level and ensure appropriate opportunities are made available through Section Council meetings at all levels.
• Ensure all volunteers (Leaders and Group committee members) receive the support necessary to perform their roles.
• Develop positive working relationships with the youth, Leaders, parents, and community partners.
• Program Quality Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
• Group Leaders shall ensure the following minimum requirements of the program are included in annual Unit plans and implemented in regular Unit meetings:
• o   The Four Elements (Youth-Led, Plan-Do-Review, Adventure & SPICES)
• o   The Scout Method
• o   A balanced program that explores all six Program Areas
• Ensure the policies, procedures and standards of Scouts Australia are adhered to at all times.
• Ensure appropriate risk management is conducted at all levels of the group. ·
• Ensure the safety of regular meeting places; and, the safety of all outdoor activities.
• Ensure the safe maintenance of group equipment.·
• Ensure only safe adults are appointed as Leaders and that volunteer screening procedures are implemented.
• Ensure that all incidents are reported in a correct and timely manner.