Kids rugby development, meeting people, Networking, Reading and Surfing the internet for new learning resources
Tihrani Uluinakauvadra
Sports Consultant
NAMAKA,FIJI ISLANDS
Summary
Very passionate of rugby being a player, a coach, and a rugby administrator. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Participation and Pathways Manager
Oceania Rugby
03.2015 - Current
- Developed growth strategies to meet each of our Oceania Rugby member Union's needs.
- Drove continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem solving activities to support Oceania Rugby member unions.
- Oversaw monthly rugby development activities.
- Developed a rugby pathways development model template
- Reviewed development plan on a yearly basis and drive future improvements.
- Recruited, trained, and quality assure a Regional and Union based Get Into Rugby Workforce.
- Developed resources to enhance Get Into Rugby resources
- Participated in the development of Oceania Rugby's Sport for Development program known as the Get Into Rugby PLUS program
- Trained and mentored Get Into Rugby PLUS coaches both in the rugby and lifeskills component
- Participated in partnership meetings led by our Oceania Rugby Partnership Manager
- Reported to World Rugby on a Quarterly basis
Rugby Development Officer
Fiji Rugby Union
Suva, FIJI ISLANDS
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Developed Fiji Rugby Development Unit 2014 - 2017 Strategic Plan
- Developed, implemented and monitored Annual Plans
- Delivered Get Into Rugby program to over 30,000 kids in a year.
- Provided monthly report to Fiji Rugby Union Development Manager
- Prepared monthly reports to World Rugby on participation growth
- Organized Get Into Rugby Festivals and established new age grade competitions
- Initiated meetings with rugby development stakeholders to initiate development changes aligned to Long Term Player Development (LTAD) model
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
School Teacher
Ministry of Education
Suva, FIJI ISLANDS
01.1996 - 01.2014
- Taught core subjects of math, science, social studies and language
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Assessed and improved lesson plans through implementation and experimentation.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
- Monitored completed student material for evidence of cheating, plagiarism or other wrongdoing.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- School's head of sports coordinating all school's sports programs within the school
- School's rugby head coach overseeing rugby development activities
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management & Public Administration
University of The South Pacific
Fiji 03.2012 - Current
Diploma in Management Studies - Public Administration
University of The South Pacific
Suva, Fiji 03.2001 - 04.2011
Teaching Certificate -
Lautoka Teachers College
Fiji 03.1995 - 11.1996
Skills
Planning and training activities
Goal setting and achievement
Accomplishments
- Inclusion of girls playing rugby at primary school level in Fiji
Certification
World Rugby Trainer [2017 - Current]
Interests
Additional Information
I am passionate in community rugby development work. This started way back in 1996 when I started teaching when I used to be a coach and an administrator at Primary School level. I have also worked at the elite level as a technical advisor for Nadi Rugby Union which produces national and international players.
Timeline
Participation and Pathways Manager
Oceania Rugby
03.2015 - Current
Rugby Development Officer
Fiji Rugby Union
02.2014 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management & Public Administration
University of The South Pacific
03.2012 - Current
Diploma in Management Studies - Public Administration
University of The South Pacific
03.2001 - 04.2011
School Teacher
Ministry of Education
01.1996 - 01.2014
Teaching Certificate -
Lautoka Teachers College
03.1995 - 11.1996