Game Development Platforms 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 for everyone to love and connect with Australia’s game.

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

The Game Development Platforms Lead will play a key role in the delivery, support and ongoing evolution of the AFL’s key community football platforms, including PlayHQ, OfficialsHQ, Salesforce and other digital products that enable participation and engagement. The role combines project management expertise with operational oversight to ensure that platforms meet the needs of a broad stakeholder group, while at the same time prioritising features and enhancements that advance the Game Development strategy and objectives.

Please note this is a 6-month max term position until July 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as received, so we strongly encourage early applications. However, we will be closed for our annual closure period between December 22 2025, returning January 12 2026. Over this closure period, applications will not be responded to during this time.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

• Engage with stakeholders and platform providers to identify future Game Development platforms enhancements, using data and insights for prioritisation and decision-making.
• Lead the delivery of platform enhancement projects through the full project lifecycle, including planning and documentation, stakeholder engagement, testing coordination, and change management - including training plans.
• Collaborate with platform vendors and internal teams to ensure successful implementation of enhancements and integrations.
• Monitor community platforms performance and adoption, providing regular reporting and insights to stakeholders. Proactively lead interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
• Serve as an escalation point for the Stakeholder Services team for complex platform issues.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER 

Mandatory:

• Experience with PlayHQ, OfficialsHQ, and Salesforce platforms.
• Experience using data and stakeholder insights to drive prioritisation and evidence-based decision making.
• Strong project management skills and experience.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to prioritise effectively under pressure.

Desired:

• Familiarity working with SaaS platforms and digital solutions.
• Familiarity with community sport workflows

OUR CULTURE

Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation

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

Applications Close: 19 December 2025