Club Development Manager

Company description:

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.

Job description:

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.

COVID-19

We care deeply for our people at the AFL with our primary focus being to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all. We strongly encourage and support all AFL team members to be vaccinated (including by receiving booster doses as recommended by the Relevant Authority and/or ATAGI). In addition, we're committed to utilising other preventative health and safety measures as appropriate and/or as directed by Relevant Authorities to reduce the risk of contracting and transmitting COVID-19 in our workplaces.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a senior member of the AFLNT's Community Football Team, the Club Development Manager is responsible for supporting and developing community football clubs across the NT to ensure clubs have strong governance, structure, are financially secure and sustainable. The role also provides leadership support to the Community Football Manager and the broader Community Football Team. The role is crucial in managing risk, building capability and enhancing the overall quality of community club environments.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and deliver relevant and innovative training programs for NT community football clubs 
• Support clubs in accessing tools and resources via the AFL's volunteer support platfom Club.Help and application of these resources in NT club environments
• Support the implementation and monitoring of holistic club strategic, business, and operational plans covering management/governance, coaching/programs, competitions, and facility development 
• Proactively identify potential risks for community clubs and implement preventative actions 
• Support the Community Football Manager NT in driving and managing the development and execution of key community football projects and initiatives  
• Work with the umpiring team and Competitions Managers to identify new opportunities for regions and clubs to progress participation in club-based football & umpiring 
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clubs and associations to influence, adopt and drive change 
• Manage the NTFL Premier League Club Development Grants and other relevant budgetary requirements 
• Contribute to key projects within and outside of core role   
• Support and contribute to the success of the broader team  

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

Core Competencies:

• Degree in related field, (e.g., Accounting, Commerce, Business, or related discipline) or equivalent experience 
• Excellent relationship, leadership, and stakeholder engagement  
• 3-5 years' experience in strategic planning and community development activities and tasks 
• Experience in Community Football Club or volunteer environments and understanding of what it takes to make them sustainable and successful  
• Experience in leadership, project management, or leading community or volunteer programs  
• Ability to identify problems and provide quality solutions 
• Demonstrated administration skills with a high level of attention to detail, planning & organisation 
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to adapt to change, remain effective and calm when faced with changing tasks, responsibilities, or people 
• Available to work weekends to attend matches and support club enquires 

OUR CULTURE

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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!

Applications Close: 26 August 2022