Senior Football Development Manager

2 weeks ago

Haymarket, New South Wales, Australia beBeeFootball Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Job Title: Senior Football Development Manager

Our organization is seeking a seasoned professional to fill the role of Senior Football Development Manager. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving the growth and development of our football competitions.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership and management skills, with a proven track record of success in developing and implementing strategic plans. They will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, including clubs, officials, and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to drive the growth and development of our football competitions;
  • Manage and deliver high-quality football experiences for participants, officials, and volunteers;
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with AFL clubs and their leaders;
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and support for football development initiatives;
  • Oversee elite development programs, including the Under 22 Summer Series and Senior Representative Programs;
  • Shape the future of competitions by designing structures, implementing competitive balance initiatives, and driving long-term club sustainability;
  • Administer and apply League rules in line with national guidelines, ensuring clarity and smooth change management;
  • Partner with the AFL Game Development Engagement Team to provide education, support, and guidance to regional leagues and clubs;
  • Act as a subject matter expert within the Hub team, contributing specialist knowledge in a collaborative environment;
  • Manage the financial side of competitions – budgets, invoices, payments, and reporting;
  • Be a mentor and role model for colleagues in the Greater Sydney and Northern NSW team;
  • Contribute to strategic projects beyond core responsibilities, adding value across the business;
  • Drive the growth of the competition by identifying and developing commercial opportunities for AFL Sydney Seniors.
Additional Benefits

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment;
  • Professional development opportunities, including training, coaching, and mentoring;
  • Access to our Health and Wellbeing program;
  • Access to AFL Silver Memberships – allowing you to attend AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG for you and your family;

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • Advanced communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills;
  • Proven operational and administrative management expertise;
  • Innovative, adaptable, and comfortable challenging the status quo to drive improvement;
  • Ability to think and act strategically, making sound decisions even under pressure;
  • Understanding of the sporting landscape, ideally with experience in community sport, football, or large-scale volunteer-based organizations;
  • Sharp attention to detail and the ability to deliver with accuracy;
  • Skills in conflict resolution and ability to move matters forward constructively;
  • Preparedness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in line with the demands of community sport;
Child Safety Standards

Our organization is committed to providing safe, professional, and enjoyable environments for children and young people in our game. We follow a thorough, transparent, and robust recruitment process, involving a mix of interviews and checks. Safety and compliance checks, including Working with Children Checks, Criminal Background Checks, and reference checks, are completed before employment begins. We continually review and strengthen our child safety practices to meet all state and federal requirements.

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