Participation Coordinator - Northern Tasmania
Date: 18 Sept 2026
Location: Launceston, Tasmania, AU
Company: Australian Football League
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
Help grow participation in Australian football across Launceston and Northern Tasmania by delivering accessible, high-quality programs and building strong connections between schools, clubs and communities.
Based in Launceston and working primarily in the field, you will coordinate participation initiatives, support volunteers and program staff, and create clear pathways for children and families to progress from introductory programs into community football.
You will build trusted local relationships and respond to opportunities that support sustainable and inclusive participation growth across the region.
What you’ll own
You will coordinate and grow football participation programs across northern Tasmania, creating welcoming experiences and stronger pathways into community football.
You’ll add value through:
- Leading the delivery and growth of NAB AFL Auskick and Superkick programs across Launceston and northern Tasmania
- Coordinating school and community programs that introduce children and families to Australian football and connect them with ongoing opportunities
- Supporting participants to transition from introductory programs into community clubs, teams and competitions
- Building productive relationships with schools, teachers, clubs, volunteers, associations, community organisations and local partners
- Recruiting, developing and supporting Auskick and Superkick Coordinators to deliver safe, inclusive and engaging participant experiences
- Coordinating and supporting casual staff to deliver consistent, high-quality football programs
- Developing and implementing local action plans that respond to community needs and support sustainable participation growth
- Identifying and progressing opportunities to increase participation among underrepresented communities
- Supporting junior competitions, emerging teams and local initiatives that strengthen participation pathways
- Contributing local insights and delivery support to broader AFL Tasmania programs, projects, events and AFLW and VFLW match-day activities
- Using technology and AI to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and innovation of program delivery
What you’ll bring
- Experience coordinating or delivering programs involving children, young people, sport, education, recreation or community participation
- Strong communication and relationship-management capability across participants, families, schools, clubs, volunteers and community partners
- The ability to plan, prioritise and manage field-based activities across multiple locations and changing operational requirements
- Capability to recruit, coordinate, train or support volunteers and casual program staff
- Practical judgement and initiative, with the ability to identify local opportunities and work collaboratively to deliver outcomes
- Relevant qualifications in sport, recreation, education, coaching, community development or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- A current Tasmanian Driver Licence
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications
- Capacity to undertake regional travel and occasional evening, weekend and event-based work
- A commitment to delivering safe, inclusive and positive experiences for children, families and communities
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 Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
Ready to play your part?
Applications close 2 October 2026