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ABF Playoffs Tournament Organiser

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

The Australian Bridge Federation Inc is seeking applications from candidates interested in the role of Tournament Organiser for the Open and Women's and Seniors Playoffs (two separate events). The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for the following:-

  • Securing and negotiating for a suitable venue generally meeting the following criteria:
    • Good lighting preferably checked with a light meter
    • Internet access minimum for organisers and directors only but wider usage preferred
    • Continuous space preferably without columns or if with columns then workable
    • Separate score up area which may be a lobby area or similar
    • Separate area for theatre style presentation of results
    • Suitable air-conditioning
    • Layout conducive to the event
    • Proximity to toilets etc
    • Suitable and secure storage for boards, hand records
    • Audio visual facilities as required - minimum is a microphone
    • Parking proximate to the venue
    • Proximity to public transport
    • Food outlets in close proximity
    • Tea and coffee service at acceptable prices or alternatively the possibility of providing tea and coffee by the ABF as part of the event
    • Competitively priced;
  • Establish responsibility for the event including:
    • Board duplication;
    • Scorebooks;
    • Hand records;
    • Scoring;
    • Live Score transmission to the internet;
    • Preparation of BBO files;
    • Delivery and return of all equipment including screens, bridgemates and bidding boxes etc;
  • Along with the CTD of Australia (currently Sean Mullamphy), securing and negotiating suitable terms and conditions for the appropriate staff to run the event including scorers, caddies if required etc.;
  • Along with the ABF Webmaster liaising and establishing the appropriate event website and entry portal as well as providing concise and meaningful and timely information regarding the event;
  • Working with the Tournament Committee of the ABF to ensure that entry criteria are met including but not limited to current ABF Membership and PQP criteria;
  • Working with the Chief Tournament Director of Australia to complete and ensure that the Supplementary Regulations for the event are posted to an appropriate web site and available at the venue
  • Liase with the National Tournament Coordinator for the approval of the Supplementary Regulations;
  • Determining which stages of the tournament will be broadcast on BBO
  • Liaising with the National Viewgraph Coordinators for the broadcast of the relevant stages;
  • Updating of the Pre-Event Player's Information Kit to ensure that it is current and distribution of same
  • Preparation of a budget for the event and securing approval of same from the ABF MC;
  • Providing written reports to the ABF Management Committee as requested;
  • Through the Appeals Chairman ensure that adequate arrangements have been made for the convening, location and times of Appeals Committees;
  • In conjunction with the ABF complete a letter for the winning team outlining the duties and responsibilities of the players and their captain as international representatives of the ABF;
  • Any and ALL other tasks necessary to ensure the smooth running of the event.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be a good communicator with sound inter-personal skills.

He/she should also have experience as a tournament organiser of ABF/Licensed or Congress events.

If you believe that you meet the above criteria and are interested in applying, please send your application to: secretary@abf.com.au to reach us by 30th April 2013.

Your application should include:

  • Tournament Organisational Experience
  • Further Details of Terms and Conditions if any
  • General availability

Remuneration will be in line with the ABF Remuneration for Tournament Officials document found on this website. Please be aware that this document is a guideline. Current remuneration levels are under review.

Please signify if you are interested in either the Open/Women's Playoffs or the Senior Playoffs - or both.

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ABF Accountant

The ABF Management Committee is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to be considered for the position of ABF ACCOUNTANT.

The ABF Accountant will be an important member of the Central Accounting Systems Team attached to ABF HQ in Canberra and comprising the ABF Treasurer and the Executive Secretary. The position is expected to be filled before the end of April 2013.

The selection criteria for the advertised position are:

  • Formal accounting qualifications required i.e. CA or CPA.
  • Minimum of 5 years previous experience in small-medium sized private sector commercial or not for profit organisations.
  • A good working knowledge of the "not for profit sector" and the accounting challenges it faces would be a decided advantage.
  • A good working knowledge of proprietary accounting software and Excel. Direct knowledge of the accounts package, Handiledger, would be desirable but not essential.

The duties of the advertised position are:

  • Assist the Treasurer produce quarterly management accounts.
  • Prepare special purpose accounts for audit at year end (31 December) together with supporting work papers.
  • Advise the Treasurer of ways to improve the ABF's accounting policies and procedures.
  • Keep up to date on accounting standards as they impact on the NFP sector.

The position does not involve regular eg weekly inputs. Rather, the successful candidate will be expected to be able to respond flexibly to queries as they arise during the year. The preparation of the end of financial year accounts requires the successful candidate to work for a concentrated period in January against tight deadlines.

Remuneration is dependent on inputs required but the successful candidate can expect remuneration in the order of $10,000 to $12,000 per annum.

Could interested parties please send their application to the Secretary at secretary@abf.com.au  to arrive no later then close of business Western Standard Time 31st March 2013.

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Club Manager


Australia's largest bridge club seeks the services of a Club Manager to replace the retiring incumbent. The North Shore Bridge Club in Willoughby, Sydney leads the way in bridge technology, and we will expect the successful applicant to continue with innovative ideas to maintain the level of bridge enjoyment for all our members.

The Club Manager will be required to oversee and manage 250+ tables per week, currently comprising 17 sessions at two venues. We have over 1200 members and we like to do everything possible to ensure that their bridge is conducted in an atmosphere of total satisfaction. To assist in achieving our goals, the Club Manager is supported by four administrative staff and eight session directors. The successful applicant will report directly to the President of the committee, and will work closely with the Treasurer on all financial matters, including budgeting and actual results.

In summary, the successful applicant must have extensive bridge experience and be a good "people person" with a hands-on approach. He or she will have sound computer skills and will be likeable, personable and entrepreneurial.

If interested, please contact the club president, John Brownie, either by email to browniej@bigpond.net.au, or by phone on (02) 9904 1990.

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Cruise Directors

Sixth Star have increased opportunities for Bridge Directors on cruise ships based out of Australia. Any Australian based ACBL (American Bridge League) and ACOL (British Bridge League) certified Bridge Directors who may be interested should contact Paul DiFilippi.

In posting this opportunity for Australian Bridge Directors to take advantage of sponsored cruises, we did not see that it was in any way counter-manding the wonderful services offered by our many directors in Australia, rather we saw it as a way that they could take a well-deserved holiday by off-setting the cost against services rendered. Please see a further explanation from a representative of the organisers below.

"Please be aware that the opportunities we offer are not paid or money making opportunities or considered employment. What we offer Bridge Directors is one of the best deals in cruising.

Sixth Star has been booking Bridge Directors on cruises for over 10 years. Each year we place hundreds of Bridge Directors on cruises throughout the world and most of our Bridge Directors have been booking cruises with us for many years. The cruises we offer are valued at thousands of dollars and it's truly a wonderful way for Bridge Directors who enjoy sharing their knowledge and passion for the game to enjoy low cost cruising at a very small fraction of what they would pay as passengers.

Sixth Star does not receive any form of payment from our cruise line clients so in order for us to keep our doors open we must charge a small administrative fee ($65.00 USD per night, covers the Bridge Director and a Guest) for our work. The services we provide have value which include qualifying the Bridge Director on behalf of our cruise line, arranging the cruise booking, process cruise documentation, provide information and guidance to be successful as an onboard Bridge Directors, handle all questions/correspondence on behalf of the cruise line and much more.

We understand the opportunities are not for everyone but it would be a shame for those that would enjoy this opportunity to not to be aware of it. We are very upfront about our the details of our cruise opportunities and provide everything in writing. For example, a 10 night cruise for two that may cost approximately $4,000.00 USD as passengers would cost the Bridge Director $650.00. The number of bridge sessions that are conducted during a cruise are very reasonable and are based on the length of the cruise and number of sea days. The sessions are conducted while the ship is at sea so the Bridge Director has plenty of time to enjoy the ports of call and also their time onboard. The Bridge Director and guest will enjoy delicious gourmet meals, fantastic onboard entertainment, great ship amenities, and travel to beautiful ports of call. I'm very confident that any Bridge Director who tries our opportunity will enjoy the experience and realize the value of these wonderful cruise vacations for two. Most of our first time Bridge Directors call us from the ship to book their cruise cruise."

Paul DiFilippi
Director of Enrichment
Sixth Star Entertainment & Marketing, Inc.
21 N.W. 5th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Phone: (954) 462 - 6760 Ex. 224
Fax: (954) 462 - 0737
e-mail: paul@sixthstar.com
Website: www.sixthstar.com

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