Address- Want to work in the sporting industry?
- Do you enjoy working collaboratively in an energetic environment?
- Want to make a difference in the football community?
About us:
The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia and plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State, whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the sport.
The WAFC is a not-for-profit organisation that plays an important role in the on-going development of football across all communities.
We are passionate about what we do and the people we work with. Our environment is welcoming, diverse, collaborative and team driven.
Our values:
Our organisational values are front and centre of everything we do. Every service we provide, every interaction we have, and every employee behaviour provides evidence and validates these values:
- Our People
- Being our very best
- Our relationships
- Leading our industry
Working at the WAFC is more than just a job, you will be joining our WAFC family, you will love what you do and the people you work with.
Key Responsibilites Include:
- Delivery of a WAFC developed strategic plan
- Provide ongoing support and education to centres and parents to enable the AFL Auskick program to run efficiently
- Promotion and support of WAFC school programs and competitions
- Develop opportunities to grow junior, youth and female club football numbers
- Create and maintain positive working relationships with all League and Club Committees
Key selection criteria:
- Ability to maintain strong relationships with groups of stakeholders;
- Ability to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends;
- Strong communication skills with the ability to have difficult conversations when required;
- Experience working in sport in similar roles; and
- Strong verbal communication skills and public speaking experience.
A sound understanding of WA Football structure and system as well as Volunteer environments within WA Football and the knowledge of the Goldfields region would be beneficial but not essential.
Why work for us:
We facilitate an infectious culture that makes coming to work a rewarding experience.
- Company laptop
- Phone allowance
- Fuel allowance
- Birthday leave
- EAP service
- Salary Packaging
- Access to professional development
- Social Club activities
All applicants will be required to present a current Drivers Licence, current Police Clearance (no older than six months) and a Working With Children’s Card.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK. Applications close 4pm, Thursday 16 May 2024
The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
