AusCycling 

More than a sport.

Our ambition is to be a global leader in cycling, respected for our positive impact on and off the bike. We are here to ensure that current and future generations experience both the simple joy of riding a bike, and the opportunity to reach their full potential.

AusCycling is the nation’s peak riding and cycling body, representing more than 5 million Australians who ride bikes. Formed in 2020 from 19 state, territory, and national bodies, AusCycling is responsible for programs, projects and initiatives that encompass BMX, Track, Mountain Bike, Road, Para and recreational cycling.

We help school kids learn to ride, we stage more than 500 events each year, we nurture clubs and create pathways, and we are responsible for the training, welfare, and performance of Australia’s Olympic, Paralympic, Commonwealth Games and World Tour athletes.

AusCycling is committed to diversity and inclusion, to integrity and clean sport, to building communities and to achieving excellence in the right way.

Team Purpose       

To contest the biggest (para) cycling events in the world and create healthy, inspirational role models that value their connection to the sport. Our aim is to be a top 3 para-cycling nation on the Paralympic medal table.

Position Purpose  

Provide technical direction and co-ordination to the Australian Para-cycling Program Athletes. This role will involve overseeing categorised and identified National Team Para-cycling athletes as they prepare for senior elite international competition; with a focus on winning at the Paralympic Games and World Championships.

This role requires a combination of leadership, co-ordination and implementation of support to deliver world leading outcomes through effective planning, athlete development, and evidence-based technical programs for both men’s and women’s Para-cycling events, with an emphasis on the Paralympic cycling events, Track and Road.

Responsibilities   

• Within the AusCycling strategy, develop a Paralympic campaign qualification and delivery strategy.
• Line manage para-facing staff and actively lead a decentralised parasystem through the respective SIS/SAS para hubs, and Para CoE in Adelaide (in partnership with SASI).
• Ensure all athletes have What Will it Take to Win (WWITTW), Individual Performance Support Plans (IAPPS) and that these are activated through the coaches, support staff and athletes themselves.
• Identify care and performance innovation needs.
• Lead teams and individuals at identified annual benchmark events; including performance support teams.
• Develop selection criteria with the EGM-Performance and lead the selection of National Teams in accordance with AC selection policies and processes.
• Drive the development and revision of Para-specific categorisation standards.
• Drive communication and support to ensure all categorised para-athletes and coaches are well-informed around support, strategies and activities.
• Be a member of the AusCycling Performance Senior Leadership Team (SLT).