About the Collingwood Football Club 
Collingwood Football Club (CFC) was founded in 1892. Local residents, community and business leaders and politicians all hoped that having their own football club could help bring a measure of pride to a downtrodden suburb. In 2024, CFC is one of the great icons of Australian sport. Our history spans 130 years, 16 premierships and more finals appearances than any other club. Most importantly, Collingwood has grown from being a football club to a sports club with a commitment to our community. Collingwood is not made by a President, a Captain, a Coach or a CEO.  It’s not just any one player, employee, supporter or fan, Collingwood is made by many.

The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile individual to aid in the repeated success of coaches and players through systematic observation. The Performance Analyst will work to provide detailed, valid and reliable information of Collingwood Football Club performance and will always strive for the best through the promotion of forward thinking.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Support all equipment and analysis requirements for all AFL Training Sessions
  • Liaise with Performance Analytics Manager and coaching staff regarding live/post-game coding
  • Work closely with assistant coaches (AFL) on all matters relating to game plan and analytics
  • Assist with strategic and innovative thinking within the analytics department
  • Support data analysis projects relating to Collingwood and league trends
  • Provide support for all users of performance analysis solutions when necessary
  • Assist with weekly opposition or review analysis tasks when necessary
  • Coordinate setup of AFL game day IT infrastructure and provide real-time feedback to coaching staff and other analysts (this role will require weekend work)
  • Perform additional game analysis tasks that assist with strategic/tactical decision making


About you

To be successful as the Performance Analyst, you will have:

  • Will uphold and consistently display our club values of Do Better, Fly Higher, A Nest For All and Side By Side
  • Humility, a great work ethic and an eye for detail
  • Thirst for knowledge and a passion to work in a high performance environment
  • Inquisitive by nature and a desire to continue to think outside the box
  • This role will require weekend work and weeks may differ slightly depending on priorities and deadlines

Key Experience & Qualifications

  • Experience using analysis software such as Hudl, SportsCode and Studio
  • Completed undergraduate studies in a field pertaining to exercise & sport science or data analytics
  • Experience in performance analysis at an AFL and/or state league level of Aussie Rules or another professional sport

The Performance Analyst will work in a dynamic and adaptable manner according to Collingwood Football Club’s values: Do Better, Side by Side, A Nest For All and Fly Higher.


What we offer
As a Collingwood Football Club Foundation employee, you will have access to unique programs and offerings. Your health and wellbeing will be nurtured through our in-house programs, and you will be able to make the most of discounts from our Corporate Partners including activewear, health insurance and hospitality.

As a valued staff member of our Sporting Club you will be a part of a fun, inclusive and flexible work environment. 

  • 5-8% discount on saver fares in Economy and Business Class with Emirates
  • Offer on 12 month term accounts with La Trobe Financial
  • 10% off in all Nike retail stores
  • Exclusive access to the Nike athlete store
  • Exclusive access to discounts with CUB Drinks Cart
  • Discounted parking via Melbourne Airport Parking
  • Discounted AIA Health Insurance (join AIA on an eligible policy and receive up to $400 Collingwood credit)
     

To Apply
If you are interested in this position, please send through your CV and cover letter that addresses why you are interested in working with the Collingwood Football Club, how your skills/experience would qualify for the position, and how you would contribute to the culture of the organisation.

Please send this application to careers@collingwoodfc.com.au. Applications close COB Tuesday 24 September 2024. 

Please keep reading…
Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. 

The Collingwood Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. We provide a welcoming, safe and flexible approach to work and provide an environment that benefits from and enables the best from everyone.

As an organisation we are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. It is essential that anyone involved with the Collingwood Football Club understands their responsibility in relation to child safety. Our organisation requires all applicants to obtain a ‘Working with Children Check’ prior to appointment.