- Want to work in the sporting industry?
- Do you enjoy working collaboratively in an energetic environment?
- Want to make a difference in the football community?
About us:
The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia and plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State, whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the sport.
The WAFC is a not-for-profit organisation that plays an important role in the on-going development of football across all communities.
We are passionate about what we do and the people we work with. Our environment is welcoming, diverse, collaborative and team driven.
Our values:
Our organisational values are front and centre of everything we do. Every service we provide, every interaction we have, and every employee behaviour provides evidence and validates these values:
- Our People
- Being our very best
- Our relationships
- Leading our industry
Working at the WAFC is more than just a job, you will be joining our WAFC family, you will love what you do and the people you work with.
About the Role:
This is role is within the Talent Programs portfolio of our Football Operations department, that supports WA State Academy Programs and staff to deliver a High-Performance Environment.
This is a Full-Time Maximum Term Contract (2 years)
Reporting to the State Talent Manager, the key focus is to support the planning and delivery of all aspects of the WA State Academy Programs by creating great relationships with stakeholders within the football community focusing around engaging, connecting, and developing talented footballers and athletes.
In addition, this role is the role is responsible for the following:
- Assist in the planning and delivery of all aspects of the WA State Academy programs
- Support all Staff within the State Academy Programs
- Assist in the delivery of all training sessions, trial matches, camps, functions, and National Championship Games
- Provide operational and strategic support the Talent Programs staff in all planning matters
- Maintain a strong working relationship and communication with Club staff and volunteers.
- Assist in the delivery of Development Squad Carnivals
- Provision of accurate & timely communication (verbal and written) to all players/staff/stakeholders
- Manage PlayHQ online database system
- Assist in maintaining up to date player and club information.
What you will need:
To be considered for this position you will need to demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- Certificate IV Sports Development, relevant tertiary qualification and/or relevant professional experience in similar role (E)
- Excellent written and verbal communications (E)
- Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and relationship building skills (E)
- Sound stakeholder management skills (E)
- Ability to work outside of normal working hours (E)
- Current Working with Children Check (or evidence of application). (E)
- Current Western Australian Manual Drivers Licence (C Class). (E)
Apply Now!
You are encouraged to access a full detailed Position Description by emailing hr@wafc.com.au. We encourage you to visit our website https://www.wafootball.com.au/
All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance (no older than six months) and valid Working With Children Card.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK. Applications close 4pm, Wednesday 30 October 2024
The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
