Senior Manager

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the 'grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

ABOUT US

As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of AFLNT's Senior Leadership Team, this role is crucial in the leadership of a number of key business areas including venues, infrastructure, events, Government relations and commercial operations.

This includes responsibility for the overall operations of TIO Stadium and other venues that are operated by AFL in the NT.

The role also drives and supports the development of football infrastructure within Northern Territory including the development of the AFL's community football infrastructure strategy and execution in the region through strong partnerships with all tiers of Government. The role also has oversight of major events in the NT.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to lead a multi-faceted team

• Government / Stakeholder management experience

• Facility & Infrastructure - strategy development, project management

• Experience in all aspects of Stadium & Event Management

• Facility maintenance experience

• Industry knowledge and experience in the sport and recreation sector

• Team first mantra

MANDATORY

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field; and or transferrable knowledge/ skills

• Strong leadership and management skills

• Strong experience in Infrastructure / Facilities development

• Strong stakeholder management including government (Local, Territory and Federal)

DESIRABLE

• Experience in Sports Administration

OUR CULTURE

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Applications Close: 15 July 2025

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