Coach Education Lead

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

This role will oversee the development and implementation of all coach education, development, pathways to develop a positive player and coach experience across the Northern Territory.

DAY IN THE LIFE

• Lead the development and implementation of the Territory-wide coaching strategy and plan in consultation with the AFL Coaching team and NT community football stakeholders. • Support volunteer coaches to provide positive experiences for players through targeted education and development opportunities, with a focus on Junior and Youth teams.
• Foster links with the AFLNT Talent department to ensure appropriate pathways and opportunities are available to supplement coach and player development.
• Together with the community football leadership team, drive best practice standards with respect to coaching and player experience related matters within community football.
• Develop processes and structures that ensure development pathways for new coaches, through to talented coaches.
• Support and contribute to the success of the broader Community Football team.
• Leverage partner AFL Clubs of the NT to connect the community with the elite to provide development and aspiration to community football & pathway level coaches.

MUST HAVE'S – what’s needed to help you be successful

• Stakeholder and people connection experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge & skills in the areas of Australian Rules football, education and / or

• administration.

• Strong interpersonal, communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Experience in establishing systems and processes to support the development of people and

• pathways.

• Experience in creating or further developing positive environments.
• Previous experience or accreditation in coaching (any sport) is desirable.
• Has completed tertiary education in one of the following fields education, sports management,

• or significant relevant experience in these fields.

• Demonstrated experience in planning, leading, and delivering curriculum of a program aligned

• to the business’ broader objectives.

• Confidence to educate and influence multiple and diverse stakeholder individuals and groups.

OUR CULTURE

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Applications Close: 8 July 2025