- To establish volleyball as a sport for all people - 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS BACKGROUND 3 INTRODUCTION 4 VISION 5 MISION 5 VALUES 5 GOALS 5 STAKEHOLDERS 6 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 6 1. Management and Administration 6 2. Sport Development 6 3. Elite Program 6 4. Competitions & Events 6 MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE 7 SWOT ANALYSIS 8 OVERALL DIRECTION OF FIJI VOLLEYBALL 9 DIAGRAM 1 OUR STEP TO OLYMPIC QUALIFIERS 10 DIAGRAM 2 - REGION DEVELOPMENT 11 DIAGRAM 3 - STRUCTURE OF NATIONAL COMPETITION 11 DIAGRAM 4 NATIONAL COMPETITION STRUCTURE 12 OBJECTIVES & STRATEGIES 13 MONITORING & EVALUATION 19 2
BACKGROUND Fiji Volleyball was formed in 1970 under the leadership of Josateki Vulaca, the Father of Volleyball. Most of its operations were through membership fees. Since its inception, the Fiji Volleyball Federation has achieved significant growth. From an affiliate membership of four founding clubs in 1970 (Suva, Nasinu, Lautoka and Nadi) and around 500 players, it has flourished to become a sport in the top five most popular sports on both a competitive and recreational level, played by more than 25,000 people through 21 registered associations across central, western and northern Fiji. Fiji was first represented at an international tournament in 1963 at the South Pacific Games. The national women s team first won a medal (silver) at the 1990 Oceania Games with the men s team winning its first medal (bronze) at the 1995 South Pacific Games. At the 2003 South Pacific Games, the men and women teams were placed fourth overall. The FVF was involved in an exchange program with the Sydney Lions Club in 1998 and most recently in 2004. Another athlete played in Switzerland in 1998/99. Australian club and American college teams have also played our national side over the years. It is affiliated to internationally recognised bodies namely the federation of the International Volleyball (FIVB), Asian Volleyball Confederation, Oceania Volleyball and the Fiji Association of Sports & National Olympic Committee (FASANOC). 3
INTRODUCTION This Strategic Plan sets out the goals and objectives of Fiji Volleyball for the next 4 years. It has been developed through the direction of the Fiji Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee as a major requirement for members in elevating overall sports in the country. Fiji Volleyball has been plagued for the past decade with lack of financial and human resource. At the outset, the failure of dissemination of past Strategic Plans to members and the questionable commitment of executive members has contributed to the ad hoc activities and lack of direction of the sport. This document has been the brainchild of the President of the Federation, with amendments carried out during the National strategic planning workshop for all affiliates in June 2005. Members were given the opportunity to contribute but sadly this has not been forthcoming. However, another opportunity will be provided prior to the Annual General Meeting before the finalisation of the document. The Strategic Plan, therefore, sets out the new direction the Federation will take in its bid to increase development programs from junior to senior level, spread the sport gospel to all major centers around the country, improve its regional ranking and target Olympic Qualifiers as its ultimate goal. Administration wise, the intention is to adopt a new constitution, involve all stakeholders in its successful implementation. 4
VISION To establish volleyball as a sport for all people MISION To promote and develop volleyball at all levels in Fiji, through the provision of affordable and quality programs, competitions and educational opportunities, and strong stakeholder partnerships. VALUES Integrity, impartiality, teamwork and education GOALS 1. To make volleyball a major sport at national level 2. To bring volleyball as the top spectator sports supported by the media 3. To transform the most important national competitions into media events heavily televised and appropriately financed by sponsors 4. To make each affiliate reasonably manageable as per business ethics and requirements 5. To enlarge the number of national competitions and create spectacular and attractive volleyball 6. To prepare a national juniors and senior team to a competitive level at regional events 5
STAKEHOLDERS Associations Individual members Schools FASANOC Ministry of Youth, Employment Opportunities & Sports Fiji Sports Council Federation Internationale de Volleyball Asian Volleyball Confederation Oceania Zone of the AVC Oceania National Olympic Committee Sponsors Fiji Visitors Bureau Volleyball coaches, officials, administrators Community/spectators/ families STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 1. Management and Administration 2. Sport Development 3. Elite Program 4. Competitions & Events 6
MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE (In relation to International Bodies) Federation of Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Fiji Volleyball Federation International Olympic Committee Oceania National Olympic Committee ONOC) Fiji Association of Sports and National Olympic Committees (FASANOC) Executive Committee Development Sponsorship & Marketing Admin. Beach National Programs Individuals Clubs Schools 7
SWOT ANALYSIS STRENGTHS Strong grass roots participation Established and successful competitions/events Strong membership base A core of dedicated volunteers Widely played and accessible sport An FIVB accredited coach/adviser Sportzware competition software WEAKNESSES Strategic planning Local, Regional and International networking Finance Administration and coordination Full time administration officer OPPORTUNITIES Capitalise on good relations with MYEOS, FASANOC and FIVB Media coverage Top rating (international volleyball) media coverage Olympic Sport - Olympic Solidarity Funding Business houses sponsorship Untapped 15-30 year-old players market Location of Fiji for sport tourism market International indoor facilities Hosting of international events THREATS Low disposable income of existing market Declining attendance at national tournaments Other sports Weather conditions Inadequate facilities outside of Suva e.g., North, West 8