AFL Womens Coach

Position Overview

The Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club is seeking applications for the Senior Women's Head Coach role for the 2026 season. Reporting to the Football Director, the successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with the coaching and development of our Senior Women's team.

In this role, you will lead our Women's football program with a focus on player development, team performance, and fostering a positive and professional culture. You will be required to develop strong relationships with players, coaches, and committee members at all levels, and must be able to communicate effectively to all stakeholders at the club.

This role provides a terrific opportunity to shape the future direction of the Women's football program and the Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club and make a lasting impact on both the playing group and our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Contributing to the development and implementation of a match day coaching strategy, in consultation with other coaches, that is taught to players and implemented on game day.
• Contributing to training sessions by running and designing training drills, developing individual player abilities, and aligning player development with the coaching model and strategy.
• Driving player recruitment and development on a coordinated basis with the Football Director.
• Delegate line coaching duties on game day, including providing individual player feedback and comprehensive match reviews of game vision.
• Reviewing game and player footage, as well as footage of upcoming opposition.
• Actively contributing and participating in coaching meetings, and displaying a collaborative approach with other coaches.
• Building and developing relationships with players, coaches, committee members and key stakeholders.

Skills and Experience

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Passion for the development of the Women's football program and the Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club.
• Previous experience in a head coaching role.

Other Requirements

• Current Working With Children Check (WWC).
• Level 1 AFL Coaching Accreditation (or higher).
• Availability for training nights and weekend matches.

Remuneration

To be discussed with the successful candidate.

Application Details

Applications must be submitted to by no later than Friday 19 September 2025. To discuss the role further, please contact Michael Dillon on

Background of the Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club

Founded in 1968, the Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club has proudly been affiliated with the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) since 1971. Our club is built on a strong culture of development, mateship and community, focusing not only on the growth of our players on the field but also on their success off it. We are committed to providing every person who walks through our doors with the tools, support and opportunities they need to thrive both in football and in life.

Across our 57 year history, we have enjoyed a rich tradition of success at every level, including Senior Men's and Women's, Reserves, Under 19s and Thirds. We are also proud to be one of only three clubs in VAFA history to have won Premier Division premierships in both the Men's and Women's competitions, which is a testament to our high-performance culture, commitment to excellence, and strong values of inclusivity and diversity.

Our close connection with the Marcellin Bald Eagles, who field Over 35s and Over 45s teams in the AFL Masters Competition, further strengthens our community. Established in 2001, the Baldies provide a welcoming pathway for past players to continue enjoying their football while also maintaining a proud record of on-field success.

In recent years, we've invested heavily in developing and enhancing our football program to position the club for long-term success. Key initiatives include:

• Strengthening partnerships with Marcellin College, Manningham Council, and Women's feeder programs.
• Appointing a dedicated Football Director to oversee our football program.
• Building a comprehensive pathway for player recruitment, growth, and career opportunities.
• Introducing an annual Pride Round to celebrate inclusivity, diversity and community within our club.
• Expanding our Women's program through structured strategic planning.
• Establishing a Platinum Coterie Group to invest in projects and initiatives that drive the club forward.

With a proud history, a strong community and a bold vision for the future, the Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club continues to be a place where players, families and supporters can come together to achieve success both on and off the field.