One of the key drivers of increased retention and volunteer satisfaction is effective leadership. Leadership sets the tone and foundation for our culture, our SLS members’ experience and who we aspire to be. Without effective leadership in all elements of surf lifesaving, we will lose that attraction for people to stay and join.
SLSNSW leaders:
- Are future-focused, positive and resilient
- Respect the organisation’s past, and embrace the opportunities presented in changing times
- Are responsible leaders who embrace the role they have taken on
- Make it their business to understand their role, do what they say they will do and value the contributions of others
- Are member-focused and their behaviour is driven by the SLSNSW beliefs
- Value inclusion and diversity, work well with others, promote wellbeing and constructively address conflict.
The examples set by your SLSC’s Club Management Team (CMT) as well other SLS members in a position of leadership largely determines the culture of your SLSC. All SLS members need to know about their CMTs, their roles and responsibilities, how to consult with them and what leadership skills and personal attributes they should expect from their fellow volunteer members in leadership positions.
It is also important for all SLS members to know that leadership training opportunities are available to them should they be interested in gaining the latest best-practice knowledge and skills in leadership. SLSNSW and SLSA offer leadership development training to help SLSC leaders support their SLSC members in a leadership role. Refer to the SLSNSW website for more information on SLSC leadership opportunities.