ALEX NOVATSIS
BALCATTA
Summary
Experienced with leading cross-functional project teams to deliver successful outcomes. Utilises effective communication and strategic planning to ensure project alignment with organisational goals. Track record of applying risk management and problem-solving skills to navigate project challenges.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Football Projects Manager and Asian Engagement
Football West
04.2020 - Current
- Developing go-to-market strategy to expand Football West market share and retain existing customers and partners
- Building multilevel quality relationships with local governments and commercial business ventures, international partnerships and other key stakeholders
- Drive the implementation of Football West's Asian Engagement Strategy by developing and strengthening relationships within Asia using virtual and other creative measures whilst travel is impacted
- Influence, support and educate Clubs and Associations opportunities to partner with Football West to grow grassroot football participation
- Develop new relationships and build on existing relationships with local governments to support facilities upgrades
- Working closely with the research function of the business to test viable revenue streams
- Develop new relationships and build on existing relationships with local governments to support facilities upgrades
- Be a conduit between local government, state government and football clubs to encourage open communication, better working relationships and improve participation in the sport
- Enhanced team communication with regular status updates and progress tracking.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve project documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Managed budgets to control costs and allocate resources effectively.
- Reduced costs with thorough budget analysis and identifying areas for improvement.
Gold Fields State Team and Logistic Manager
Football West
04.2017 - Current
- The management of team finances for camp, tours and events in Australia and overseas
- Ensure that all operational requirements are determined and implemented for all team's training camps and the organisation of tours
- Ensuring the smooth conduct of all camps and tours
- Ensuring all equipment and uniforms required for the team are organised
- Collaboration in the development and distribution of camp and tour handbooks and communicating all relevant information to all athletes, coaching and support staff
- Create, maintain and adhere to budgets for every tour and camp
- This includes tours overseas and National Youth Championships
- Manage stock and apparel for all sides (20+ sides)
- Maintain up to date contact lists for all athletes and all support staff
- Maintain the discipline and behavior of the team always when they are representing Western Australia in any activity
- On a day-to-day basis, the manager will be responsible for working with the head coach to administer the team's program, which will be determined by the head coach in consultation with Head of National Teams Operations
- Manage all hotel, transport, and flights for all camps and tours
Equipment Manager - Olyroos and Young Socceroos
Football Australia
08.2016 - 04.2024
- Setting up practice gear in the player's lockers each day
- Ensure all equipment is ready for use at training and pre/post matches
- Setting up of equipment at training and matches with Assistant coaches
- Assisting coaches with any needs each morning before practice
- Ensure all apparel is washed and ready for training
- Setting up of changerooms ranging from equipment, apparel and medical on match days
- Ensure all drinking bottles are hygienically cleaned for training and match days
- Ensure enough water and energy drinks are available for training and matches
- Pack anywhere from 45-50 bags of equipment for each trip
- Manage all equipment on all trips
- On flights ensure all equipment is accounted for
- Wash and set out apparel for next day
- Manage snacks for players for match day
Match Commissioner (A-League, W-League, Y-League and Australia Cup)
Football Australia
05.2015 - Current
- Monitor the key timings and ensure that they are observed, including: Scheduled warm up times, Kick-off on and half-time timings
- Work with the club Event Manager to ensure the correct positions, timings and number of ball persons and field of play assistants are as per the standards
- Observe precinct and half-time activations
- Check the field of play markings and note any commercial branding on the field of Play from other codes
- Also check that the mowing pattern is in place
- Technical area set up as per venue specific markings
- Check if ASADA are present and their room is ready for testing
- Ensure that the correct competition footballs are used (including warm up)
- Check that each team has blood jerseys available
- Ensure that there is a dedicated ambulance on site prior to team/s arrival
- Ensure that the official start lists are to be completed and delivered as per key timings
- Manage delays, postponements and abandonments as required, in consultation with the relevant FFA Event Manager
- Confirm that all players/match officials' mobile phones and communication devices are collected and suitably stored
- Monitor key broadcast times to ensure that they are met
- Ensure player and coach interview protocols are followed
Liaison Officer
FIFA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: FIFA Referees Club World Cup 2023 - Saudia Arabia
- Liaison with the FIFA Referee Manager regarding all referee related issues
- Coordination of logistics of all transport of referees to/from airports, hotels and tournament venues with Referee Manager
- Information management between FIFA, LOC Team Services, the venues and the FIFA Referee Manager
- Accompanying referees to their training sessions
- Assist in logistic matters (meetings, rooms, equipment etc)
- Manage any equipment inventory on behalf of the referees as directed by the LOC
- Meet and greet the FIFA Referee Manager upon arrival
- Liaise with LOC Transport Manager regarding the preparation, rules and general operation of the referee delegation vehicles
- Confirm (and understand) all arrangements in relation to Transportation for the referees prior to the referee's arrival, including all contact information (LOC Team Services, Transport/Fleet Managers, etc.)
- Maintain constant coordination and communication with the LOC Team Services Manager (and with the GC as needed);
- Inform Team Services about any change requests for training sessions
- Be the primary LOC contact point for the coordination of teams allocated to assist at referee training sessions
- Take directions from the FIFA Referee Manager and LOC Team Services Manager of what is required on a daily basis
- Follow up on any open points the referees have in the stadium with the FIFA General Coordinator (e.g
- Request for additional drinks in the dressing room)
- FIFA Referees Club World Cup 2023 - Saudia Arabia
- Developed strong working relationships with external partners, strengthening collaboration on joint initiatives.
- Established effective communication channels by collaborating with various departments and stakeholders.
- Served as a key point of contact for cross-functional teams during complex projects or initiatives.
- Managed conflict resolution, ensuring positive outcomes for all parties involved in disputes or disagreements.
- Coordinated disaster response efforts, ensuring timely and effective support to affected communities.
- sFostered relationships with key stakeholders to support organiation's strategic objectives.
Team Liaison Officer
FIFA
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Company Overview: FIFA WWC 2023 - USA
- Primary point of contact for FIFA, the LOC, and all other relevant stakeholders on all matters related to the assigned Participating Member Association (PMA) during the competition
- Submitting a daily report to the LOC Team Services Manager and assigned Team Services Coordinator, which includes all the PMA's activities, incidents, and movements
- Ensuring that the operations around the PMA run smoothly, as well as ensuring that FIFA and LOC policies are properly implemented
- Accompanying and assisting the PMA during the competition (all matches, training sessions and events) from its arrival in the Host Country until its departure
- Coordinating and exchanging information, in particular any last-minute changes of the daily schedule as per agreed process
- Communicating with all stakeholders in charge of other team services related activities such as transportation, training sites, accommodation, medical, security, media, etc
- When necessary
- Attending meetings, interviews, press conferences and social events as directed by the Team Manager
- Ensuring with the Team Officials that all Team Members are present and accounted for before the departure of the vehicle(s) and that they all have their accreditation (in liaison with the TSLO)
- Coordinating all PMA-related logistical operations with the Team Kit Manager; informing immediately all relevant logistics stakeholders about any changes in the PMA schedule
- Supervising of VIK PMA-related assets during delivery and collection at the Team Hotel
- Serving as the liaison between the PMA and the Team Hotel and between the PMA and the FIFA Venue Accommodation Manager responsible for the Team Hotel
- Communicating any changes in the PMA's daily programme to the Team Hotel, Team Facilities Coordinator and/or FIFA Venue Accommodation Manager if impacted by the change
- Communicating immediately any changes in training times to LOC Team Services to be circulated to all relevant stakeholders
- Ensuring that the training site facilities and all relevant equipment are ready, including medical staff and ambulances are in place for the training sessions
- Serving as a liaison between the PMA and FIFA/LOC Travel, supporting the PMA with travel movements in accordance with the confirmed travel plans
- This includes assistance with airport check-in and luggage handling as well as special requests from the PMA (where justified)
- Assist Team Manager where required
- FIFA WWC 2023 - USA
Head of Member Services and Club Development Manager
Football West
08.2012 - 04.2020
- Manage competition staff and activities of the competitions function Including (NPLWA, State League Amateurs and Juniors)
- Develop, implement and manage Football West competitions
- Manage the team and participant registration function
- Develop and manage yearly budgets along with the $3,000,000 registration budget in Western Australian Football
- Ensure the continuous improvement of the design and implementation of Football West competitions in line with the strategic plan
- Develop and manage the Member Services budget and operational plan
- Review, update and implement regulations, by-laws and competition rules for Football West competitions
- Manage the disciplinary and grievance process
- Manage the staff and activities of the club development function
- Provide guidance to clubs in the development and implementation of football related projects
- Understanding of grassroots Football in Australia
- Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver to key project deliverables on time
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence others and proven experience in managing external stakeholders to desirable outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative, work under pressure across multiple products and meet strict deadlines
- Knowledge of and experience in the application and interpretation of the FIFA, FFA and Football West regulatory framework
- Knowledge of the FIFA Laws of the Game and their application
- Exceptional organisational, time management skills
- Proactive approach to work and willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to coordinate and execute work on multiple tasks
Advertising Manager WA
Community Newspaper Group
05.2010 - 07.2012
- Administration on all budgets, sales features and management of all sales incentives
- Involvement in and directing project teams
- Strategic planning and new Business Management and communication
- Overseeing advertising department operations and staff members
- Working with staff members, clients, or ad agency to establish and meet project goals, budgets, and timelines
- Developing advertising strategies to increase buyer interest in products or services
- Monitoring project progress, from planning to execution, to ensure it remains focused and effective
- Negotiating contract specifications and terms with clients or other external parties
- Initiating and directing research efforts
- Collecting and analysing data and presenting it to other parties, including management and clients
- Participating in the hiring and evaluation of employees within the advertising department
- Providing expert advice on marketing and advertising methods for new or existing products or services
- Reporting on sales of all 17 papers
Advertising Manager
The Sunday Times
06.2007 - 05.2010
- Company Overview: News LTD
- Team Leader and Coaching of both internal and external sales staff
- Management of over 50 sales staff
- Rewards and Recognition
- Management of and contact with major advertisers, existing and potential clients
- Management of a Call Centre
- Sales Implementation
- Analyse trend data on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis and qualify trends where appropriate
- Administration on all budgets, sales features and management of all sales incentives
- Involvement in and directing project teams
- Strategic planning and new Business Management and communication
- News LTD
Education
Diploma of Sports Management -
Asian Football Confederation
01.2024
Sponsorship Management -
Johan Cruyff (Barcelona)
01.2021
Leading, Managing and Developing People -
AIMWA
01.2020
Strategic Planning -
AIM WA
01.2019
Effective Leadership and Management -
AIM WA
01.2015
Year 12 -
Servite College
01.1995
Skills
- Project planning
- Team leadership
- Budget management
- Timeline development
- Stakeholder communication
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- Decision making
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Team coordination
Languages
Greek
Professional Working
Timeline
Liaison Officer
FIFA
09.2023 - 12.2023
Team Liaison Officer
FIFA
09.2022 - 09.2023
Football Projects Manager and Asian Engagement
Football West
04.2020 - Current
Gold Fields State Team and Logistic Manager
Football West
04.2017 - Current
Equipment Manager - Olyroos and Young Socceroos
Football Australia
08.2016 - 04.2024
Match Commissioner (A-League, W-League, Y-League and Australia Cup)
Football Australia
05.2015 - Current
Head of Member Services and Club Development Manager
Football West
08.2012 - 04.2020
Advertising Manager WA
Community Newspaper Group
05.2010 - 07.2012
Advertising Manager
The Sunday Times
06.2007 - 05.2010
Sponsorship Management -
Johan Cruyff (Barcelona)
Leading, Managing and Developing People -
AIMWA
Strategic Planning -
AIM WA
Effective Leadership and Management -
AIM WA
Year 12 -
Servite College
Diploma of Sports Management -
Asian Football Confederation
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