Scouts Australia

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Positon Vacant

The Branch Commissioner, Training will coordinate the delivery of Wood Badge training and development related services principally to adult members of Scouts ACT, and some older youth members, to support the Youth Program. The position does so through targeted and ongoing advice, assistance, and information sharing in relation to Wood Badge training, via a variety of mechanisms.

  • Provide management and coordination for the delivery of the Wood Badge training program
  • Support, mentor, and assist Training Team members, and others supporting Wood Badge training
  • Support Members and youth members in relation to Wood Badge training, and related training opportunities
  • Be engaged in the development and refinement of the Wood Badge training curriculum

Elizabeth Davey elizabeth.davey@scoutsact.com.au

Helen Day helen.day@scoutsact.com.au
  • Facilitate the ongoing training and development of the Joey Scout section leaders.
  • Provide networking and planning opportunities for Joey Scout section leaders.
  • Coordinate the development, publication and sharing of resources for the section.

Genevieve Cody

  • Facilitate the ongoing training and development of the Cub Scout section leaders.
  • Provide networking and planning opportunities for Cub Scout section leaders.
  • Coordinate the development, publication and sharing of resources for the section.

Position Vacant

  • Facilitate the ongoing training and development of the Scout section leaders.
  • Provide networking and planning opportunities for Scout section leaders.
  • Coordinate the development, publication and sharing of resources for the section.

Position Vacant

  • Facilitate the ongoing training and development of the Venturer Scout section leaders.
  • Provide networking and planning opportunities for Venturer Scout section leaders.
  • Coordinate the development, publication and sharing of resources for the section.

David Neumann "Kermit" david.neumann@scoutsact.com.au
  • Lead, guide, and manage the ACT Branch Adventurous Activities team
  • Provide support to the Assistant Chief Commissioner, Adult Training & Development.
  • Lead the effective and high quality delivery of the Scouting Program’s adventurous activities.
  • Support the ‘Youth leading, Adult supporting’ philosophy of Scouts Australia.
  • Manage and contribute to the development of the adventurous activities budget, policies, and procedures, and other supporting information

Liz Critcher  vet@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Commissioner (VET) (BC VET) works with the SAIT Assessor, with key responsibilities of providing support, assisting in the selection, recruitment and on-going support of SAIT Assessors, and in the sign-off of qualifications for appropriate processing and issue.  The BC VET will undertake responsibilities as outlined, working closely with National and Senior Branch members and employees as outlined. 

The BC VET will provide support in the assessment of nationally accredited Units of Competency through a process of Recognition of Prior Learning – (RPL) for the assessment of Training Packages on the scope of Scouts Australia Institute of Training (RTO 5443).

The role will assist in ensuring that SAIT remains a compliant, vibrant and relevant RTO to its members and potentially the wider community and assist in supporting SAIT initiatives for growth and development.

Caroline Sund caroline.sund@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Commissioner, Youth Leadership Training & Development will: 

  • Lead and manage the youth Leadership Courses alongside youth and adult facilitators. 
  • Lead and manage the Personal Development course alongside youth and adult facilitators. 
  • Lead and manage the Youth Helper Course alongside youth and adult facilitators. 
  • Support Youth in their development journey

Position Vacant

The Branch Commissioner, Outdoor Adventure Skills will support leaders in delivering the Scout Program with a particular focus on the provision of OAS Program activities to ensure opportunity for all youth members to participate in all OAS programs as they choose. 

The Branch Commissioner, OAS will liaise with the Adventurous Activity Commissioner and activity team leaders to develop OAS-aligned programs for delivery. These may occur at Group or Section levels, or at dedicated, OAS stage-based events (e.g. Stage 4 Bushcraft - “Introduction to Pioneering” day, Stage 5-7 - Cycling - "multi-day Cycle Touring expedition", etc.

  • Lead and manage the ACT leaders and Youth in participating in a wide variety of OAS programs
  • Liaise with the Adventurous Activity Commissioner to develop OAS aligned programs for youth members
  • Organise and support Youth members across the Branch to use the 2-up assessment approach
  • Ensure Scouts ACT website/communication/calendar information that relates to the Outdoor Adventure Skills portfolio and outcomes is correct and reviewed regularly

Peter Stevenson  peter.stevenson@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Commissioner, Adults in Scouting will work to encourage, promote and improve the expectations and experiences of engaging in Scouting:

  • Provide advice, support and assistance to improve the adult experince of Scouting
  • Provide policy input to matters relating to adult engagement in Scouting and volunteering more generally
  • Promote the benefits that Scouting can provide to adult members
  • Support the adult training program in key areas as required
    Maintain training and event releated records on branch information systems

Peter  Stevenson (Southern Region)  peter.stevenson@scoutsact.com.au
Vacant (Northern Region)

The Branch Commissioner Groups will support the ongoing delivery of the Scouts ACT Group Support function. The pulls together expertise from our scouting community and advocates for Scouts ACT to efficiently and effectively manage all matters supporting the operation of Groups in a professional manner.

The Branch Commissioner Group Support North will:

  • Provide assistance, advice and support to the Assistant Chief Commissioner Group Support, especially in regard to areas of providing targeted support to Groups and Group Leaders.
  • Managing data holdings relating to group support activities accordance with branch policy and obligations.
  • Develop and deliver programs within their area of responsibility.
  • Be an advocate and provide support for issues relating to targeted Groups and Group Leaders.


Rob Fredericksen rob.fredericksen@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Commissioner Branch Equipment provides support to the ongoing operations of Scouts ACT and Camp Cottermouth. By working in conjunction with the Camp Managers, maintain camping activities and facilities to enhance the camping experience at Camp Cottermouth.

The Branch Commissioner Branch Equipment will:

  • Provide assistance, advice and support in regard to Branch Equipment and especially equipment located at Camp Cottermouth.
  • Ongoing management of ACT Branch Equipment for the use at Camp Cottermouth and during Major Events at other locations.
  • Prepare and monitor a budget in relation to the maintenance and acquisition of equipment.
  • Maintain a register of ACT Branch equipment held at Camp Cottermouth.

David Cocking                david.cocking@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Commissioner, Branch Assets will manage the ongoing logistical support, management and ensure the availability of key Branch Assets to support the Scouting Program.

Peter Harris  peter.harris@scoutsact.com.au

The Branch Activity Leader – Heritage Team Leader will lead and manage the ongoing delivery of the Scouts ACT Heritage function:
  • Provide assistance, advice and support to the Branch Commissioner Branch Support, especially in regard to areas of branch related heritage activities
  • Develop and run youth heritage Scout programs, liaising with the relevant Youth Program Branch Commissioners
  • Encourage ACT branch formations to maintain accurate Scouting records
  • Maintain, document, develop and promote the ACT Scout Heritage Museum
  • Give advice and assistance to Scouting formations regarding record keeping, archival and disposal
  • Further develop the existing written and digital history of the ACT Branch