Honor James Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 The RLEF (Rugby League European Federation), governing body for the sport in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa, is advertising for a new General Manager. At the heart of the role is the requirement to lead the executive function of the organisation, together with being responsible for implementing its vision statement and planning its strategic direction. There is a strong need to be able to maintain effective relationships, including with the European Commission and other public sector agencies to access grant funding, together with proven leadership ability and excellence in communicating in a multi-cultural environment. The job description also includes a focus on commercial activity including income generation - particularly through the promotion of major events such as the confederation Championships - alongside the need for clear and positive management of the employed and volunteer staff. RLEF board member Graeme Thompson commented: “The position of general manager is a lynchpin in our organisation. Working strategically with the board, the preferred candidate will need to operate in close conjunction with the confederation managers and to provide continual support to our member nations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to undertake a pivotal executive role in the international development of our sport. We are very keen to hear from all who believe that they can build on the present position and take the RLEF on to the next stage.” To see a full job description and for an informal discussion on the role, please contact Graeme Thompson (graeme.thompson@rlef.eu.com) or see rlef.eu.com. Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter of up to 1000 words are required to be sent to Graeme Thompson prior to 5pm UK time on 31 August 2020. “The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” Eleanor Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Good luck with this, hope you get the right person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Warrior Dragon Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Honor James said: The RLEF (Rugby League European Federation), governing body for the sport in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa, is advertising for a new General Manager. At the heart of the role is the requirement to lead the executive function of the organisation, together with being responsible for implementing its vision statement and planning its strategic direction. There is a strong need to be able to maintain effective relationships, including with the European Commission and other public sector agencies to access grant funding, together with proven leadership ability and excellence in communicating in a multi-cultural environment. The job description also includes a focus on commercial activity including income generation - particularly through the promotion of major events such as the confederation Championships - alongside the need for clear and positive management of the employed and volunteer staff. RLEF board member Graeme Thompson commented: “The position of general manager is a lynchpin in our organisation. Working strategically with the board, the preferred candidate will need to operate in close conjunction with the confederation managers and to provide continual support to our member nations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to undertake a pivotal executive role in the international development of our sport. We are very keen to hear from all who believe that they can build on the present position and take the RLEF on to the next stage.” To see a full job description and for an informal discussion on the role, please contact Graeme Thompson (graeme.thompson@rlef.eu.com) or see rlef.eu.com. Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter of up to 1000 words are required to be sent to Graeme Thompson prior to 5pm UK time on 31 August 2020. Thanks for taking the time to draw this opportunity the attention of all us posters, Honor. If I was thirty years younger...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnM Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Eddie said: Good luck with this, hope you get the right person. There's loads of candidates on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 47 minutes ago, JohnM said: There's loads of candidates on here. Yeah loads of people who know exactly what is wrong with the game and how to put it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honor James Posted July 31, 2020 Author Share Posted July 31, 2020 15 hours ago, SL17 said: You most definitely sound the right person for the job Honor. Given your hindsighted view regarding Toronto. My hindsighted view? What was that? At my age it's hard to remember “The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” Eleanor Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 I’d go for this if I was 10 years younger "Freedom without socialism is privilege and injustice, socialism without freedom is slavery and brutality" - Mikhail Bakunin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 Is this a full time post and what is the approximate salary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunbar Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 If I had any experience, talent or ability I would definitely go for this. "The history of the world is the history of the triumph of the heartless over the mindless." — Sir Humphrey Appleby. "If someone doesn't value evidence, what evidence are you going to provide to prove that they should value it? If someone doesn't value logic, what logical argument could you provide to show the importance of logic?" — Sam Harris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 20 hours ago, JohnM said: There's loads of candidates on here. Just dusting off my CV Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honor James Posted July 31, 2020 Author Share Posted July 31, 2020 4 hours ago, Eddie said: Is this a full time post and what is the approximate salary? I know no more than you about anything more than what was in the email circulated to me, and other members of the media fraternity, by the RLEF. For details such as `full-time yea/nay' and an approximate salary, if you are genuinely interested the RLEF Media Manager might be able to supply an email address for your first line of enquiry. He is: Phil Caplan Media Manager Rugby League European Federation Red Hall, Red Hall Lane, Leeds, LS 17 8NB, England M: +44 (0)7850 719412 E: phil.caplan@rfl.uk.com - 'fraid I can't offer anything more useful than that. “The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” Eleanor Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 21 hours ago, Eddie said: Is this a full time post and what is the approximate salary? One of the requirements is the ability to download the pdf available on the website that tells you exactly those details. Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippet13 Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 It's a brilliant job with a lot of responsibility and influence in developing the sport internationally, it should be better paid though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sports Prophet Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Has anyone been filling this role since Danny Kazandjian joined the IRL? Seems a long time between staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSaint Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 4 hours ago, Whippet13 said: It's a brilliant job with a lot of responsibility and influence in developing the sport internationally, it should be better paid though. How much is the pay? I would be tempted to apply in 3-4yrs time for role’s like this once I can leave my current employment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygilf Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 Might apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippet13 Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 4 hours ago, GeordieSaint said: How much is the pay? I would be tempted to apply in 3-4yrs time for role’s like this once I can leave my current employment. £45-50k. Once you can leave? Sounds like your either indentured or in prison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieSaint Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 4 minutes ago, Whippet13 said: £45-50k. Once you can leave? Sounds like your either indentured or in prison Military. Pension point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunbar Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 9 hours ago, Whippet13 said: It's a brilliant job with a lot of responsibility and influence in developing the sport internationally, it should be better paid though. It's difficult I guess. When you look at the job spec and it's focus on developing and executing a 4 to 8 year strategy, you would hope to be able to offer more than £50k to attract the right talent. But our sport is not flush with cash and more money is not easy to justify with the budgets available. "The history of the world is the history of the triumph of the heartless over the mindless." — Sir Humphrey Appleby. "If someone doesn't value evidence, what evidence are you going to provide to prove that they should value it? If someone doesn't value logic, what logical argument could you provide to show the importance of logic?" — Sam Harris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippet13 Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 4 minutes ago, Dunbar said: It's difficult I guess. When you look at the job spec and it's focus on developing and executing a 4 to 8 year strategy, you would hope to be able to offer more than £50k to attract the right talent. But our sport is not flush with cash and more money is not easy to justify with the budgets available. Yes, realise the RLEF is very underfunded unfortunately. Note it is a permanent posted rather than a fixed length contract, that does add to the package. Plus there is the chance to travel, presumably with a certain level of expenses etc. Fascinating job, brilliant opportunity for someone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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