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Strategic Plan


A strategic plan for a National Sporting Organisation (NSO) is a formal document that sets out the organisation's long-term direction, priorities, and goals over a defined period (typically 3–5 years, though sometimes longer).

It typically includes:

  1. Vision and mission — the aspirational future state and the organisation's core purpose
  2. Strategic pillars or focus areas — the key themes that will drive activity (commonly things like participation growth, high performance, governance, commercial sustainability, and member services)
  3. Goals and objectives — specific, measurable outcomes the organisation aims to achieve under each pillar
  4. Key performance indicators (KPIs) — metrics to track progress
  5. Action plans or initiatives — the programs, projects, and activities that will deliver on the objectives
  6. Resource allocation — how funding, staff, and other resources will be directed
  7. Risk considerations — potential challenges and mitigation strategies

For Australian NSOs specifically, strategic plans typically need to align with Sport Australia (the Australian Sports Commission) requirements to maintain recognition and funding eligibility. This often means demonstrating alignment with national sport sector priorities like integrity, inclusion, participation pathways, and governance standards.

The plan essentially serves as the roadmap that guides board decisions, operational priorities, and resource investment across the planning period.