General Manager, Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation

Overview

The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the region's ruling amateur golfing body, is seeking a General Manager.

"This individual will lead our organisation and be the driving force behind our strategic vision and operational success," said Taimur Hassan Amin, Chairman of the Confederation.

"This role demands a seasoned leader who can inspire and guide our team, manage resources effectively, and ensure the organisation's continued growth, sustainability and relevance to the world of golf," added Amin.

The APGC is the representative body for 47 male and female national golf associations across Asia-Pacific. It hosts major amateur events in the region, including the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) in conjunction with The R&A and The Masters Tournament, and the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) in conjunction with The R&A.

Under the Confederation are the APGC Junior Championships, APGC Senior Championships, the Nomura Cup (the men's Asia-Pacific Amateur Golf Team Championship), the Queen Sirikit Cup (Amateur Ladies Asia-Pacific Invitational Golf Team Championship), and the Bonallack Trophy and Patsy Hankins Trophy in conjunction with the European Golf Association. The APGC also supports member organisations in developing golf in their respective countries and promotes adherence to the Rules of Golf as approved by The R&A, partnering with The Masters Tournament and the International Golf Federation.

Position Available: General Manager, Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership

• In conjunction with the Board, develop and implement a comprehensive 3 to 5-year strategic plan to expand and improve the APGC and drive sustainable growth.
• Analyse the game in the APAC geography, identify opportunities, and position the APGC as the peak body for golf in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Monitor developments in the world of golf and adjust strategic plans as necessary to continue to improve the standing and performance of the APGC.

Operational Management

• Oversee the daily operations of the APGC, ensuring competence, efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of our mission and events.
• Coordinate with member organisations to ensure alignment with overall strategy and smooth execution of events and the business strategy.
• Implement performance metrics and regularly review organisational performance to identify and address areas for improvement.
• Work with the team to devise media and communications strategy utilising all channels to build the APGC profile in the world of golf.
• Manage the APGC's financial health, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure responsible financial management and compliance with Australian regulatory requirements as it pertains to an Australian registered company.
• Develop and drive a plan to grow the APGC revenue base to allow the organisation to become a more self-sustaining entity.
• Drive a strategy to elevate our value proposition and identify long-term strategic sponsors/partners.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the APGC team and Board, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Set clear goals and objectives for team members, providing regular feedback and performance evaluations.
• Identify training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and capabilities.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain relationships with the Member associations and devise plans to build communication channels to ensure they are updated frequently on APGC progress and a forum for the APGC to hear members' concerns.
• Manage and build relationships with The R&A and The Masters Tournament regarding the AAC and WAAP events. Build a stakeholder map and manage the relationships of the APGC Board with those stakeholders to improve the standing and performance of the APGC.
• Assist the Board by driving greater rigour around Board engagement with stakeholders, develop Board and leadership succession plans in collaboration with senior leadership and prepare the appropriate Board reports and papers.
• Create a more structured communication and collaboration plan to drive greater Board effectiveness.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Track record of working in the golf industry and a demonstrated passion for the game.
• Experience in strategic planning, financial management, and operational oversight.
• Experience in coordinating and running major sporting events. Golf events will be preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully leading a team and complex stakeholder management.

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinker with great problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Proficiency in financial management and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and events with limited guidance from Board.

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated and results-oriented.
• Adaptable and open to feedback.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to take calculated risks.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Working Conditions

• A 2-year contract with scope to extend, subject to meeting financial goals and satisfactory performance.
• Full-time position, location based on candidate but preference given to Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand etc).
• Significant travel around the region would be required. Essential for candidates to hold a passport allowing for entry to nations around the world.
• Flexible working hours, with the possibility of remote work arrangements.
• The position will report to the Board and specifically the Chairman of the Board who will be responsible for performance and other evaluations on an on-going basis.

Compensation and Benefits

• A competitive package will be offered commensurate with the applicant's experience and the status of the role.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter to apgcapplications@outlook.com. Please include 'General Manager Application' in the subject line. The application deadline is 1st May 2025.

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