Indigenous Academies Program Coordinator NSW

Join the team shaping the future of Australia’s game

This is your chance to do work that has real impact, in an organisation that moves fast, aims high and plays a meaningful role in the lives of millions across the country through football. Every role at the AFL helps progress the game, so more people can love it, connect with it and see what is possible through it.

The opportunity

As Program Coordinator – AFL Western Sydney Indigenous Academies, you will play an important role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to achieve positive education, wellbeing and employment outcomes. Through culturally appropriate mentoring, engagement and pathway support, you will help students build confidence, strengthen connections and realise their potential.

Working across partner schools in Blacktown and Campbelltown, you will coordinate the delivery of in-school and after-school academy programs, build strong relationships with schools and community stakeholders, and ensure programs are delivered in line with their objectives.

This is an identified position. The AFL considers that identifying as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement for this role under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

What you’ll own

This role combines program delivery, stakeholder engagement and student mentoring to create meaningful outcomes for young people across Western Sydney.

You’ll add value through:

• Coordinating the delivery of the Western Sydney Indigenous Academies across partner schools in Blacktown and Campbelltown
• Delivering culturally appropriate mentoring, support and leadership development opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Building trusted relationships with school leaders, Aboriginal Education Officers, students, families and community partners
• Supporting students to improve school engagement, attendance, completion and transition outcomes
• Connecting students with education, employment and community opportunities that support long-term success
• Coordinating after-school academy activities focused on community connection, health and wellbeing
• Supporting the development and implementation of academy term plans and program initiatives
• Leading and supporting casual program staff to deliver engaging and impactful programs
• Monitoring participation, attendance and program data to support reporting and continuous improvement
• Identifying and supporting students who may require additional assistance or intervention
• Managing program administration, including research, bookings, stakeholder coordination and activity planning
• Working collaboratively with AFL NSW/ACT, schools, community organisations and the GWS GIANTS to maximise program impact

What you’ll bring

• Identification as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, communities or education programs
• Strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in Western Sydney
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and engage effectively with students, schools and community stakeholders
• Experience delivering mentoring, wellbeing, education or youth-focused programs
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and priorities
• Sound project coordination and administrative capability
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Experience collecting, managing and reporting program data
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and respond effectively to complex situations involving a range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated capability to support, mentor and guide casual staff or volunteers
• Certificate qualification in community services, health, youth work, social work or a related field
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Why you’ll love being on our team

At the AFL, you will be part of a values-led team that aims high, backs each other and brings energy, care and integrity to work that matters. This is a place where people play to win, play as one team and play with passion, while always staying grounded in fairness, inclusion and respect. We work hard, support each other and create the conditions for our people to grow, perform and thrive.

What you can look forward to:

• Play The Day Your Way, our flexible approach to working life, built to support you on game day and every day
• My Development, with coaching, mentoring, on-the-job learning and formal development to help you keep building your game
• Play Well, our health and wellbeing programme designed to support a healthy body, healthy mind and healthy workplace
• My Benefits, giving you access to a range of partner offers and discounts through our AFL Corporate Partners
• AFL Silver Memberships for permanent team members, so you can enjoy the action at Marvel Stadium and the MCG with family and friends
• 6 months paid primary parental leave with no qualification period for permanent team members

Everyone has a place here

Our game brings people together, and we want our workplace to do the same.

We are committed to building a culture of belonging and an environment where people feel respected, included and able to thrive, and where diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Whether you’re a footy fan or new to our game, we welcome everyone to apply. We know great candidates don’t always tick every box – if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match the job description.

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.

Ready to play your part?

Applications close 10 July 2026.