Coach Education Lead

2 weeks ago


Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia AFL Australia Full time
About Us

The Australian Football League (AFL) is a leading sports organization that promotes and grows the game of Australian football. Our mission is to enhance and develop the game at all levels, from grassroots to elite.

About the Role

The Coach Education Lead will play a critical role in developing and implementing coaching strategies and programs in the Northern Territory. This includes overseeing the development and implementation of coaching accreditation, education, and development pathways for coaches in the region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a coaching strategy for the Northern Territory, in consultation with the AFL Coaching team and NT community football stakeholders.
  • Plan and implement education and development programs for community football level coaches.
  • Manage the accreditation process of all coaches in the NT, in line with national standards.
  • Oversee the higher-level education of talented coaches, in accordance with the national strategy.
  • Support community clubs and leagues, and the recruitment and recognition of coaches.
  • Drive best practice standards with respect to coaching-related matters in community football, in collaboration with the community football leadership team.
  • Develop processes and structures to ensure development pathways for talented coaches.
  • Manage and monitor coaching budgets.
  • Contribute to key projects within and outside of the core role.
  • Support and contribute to the success of the broader Community Football team.
Our Ideal Team Member

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual who possesses strong stakeholder and people connection experience, demonstrated knowledge and skills in officiating, coaching, and administration in sports management. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication skills, and emotional intelligence, with experience in establishing systems and processes to support the development of people and pathways.

Our Culture

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.

The Perks
  • Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
  • My Development – lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
  • Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
  • My Benefits – with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
  • AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends

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