Integrity Lead - VIC/NSW/QLD

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 Integrity Lead plays a critical role in safeguarding the reputation, fairness, and ethical standards of the AFL. The role supports the AFL’s commitment to maintaining public trust in Australian Football nationally, across all levels of the game from community football to the elite competition.  

The Integrity Lead is responsible for preventing, detecting and responding to Integrity matters across all levels of Australian Football managed by the AFL. The Integrity Lead is responsible for conducting high-level investigations into alleged integrity breaches, ensuring compliance with competition rules, regulations and policies. Working closely with leagues, clubs, officials and players, the Integrity Lead helps ensure that behaviours and practices align with AFL standards, promoting a safe, respectful and inclusive environment. By providing guidance, education, and support on integrity issues, the Integrity Lead helps ensure that all stakeholders are equipped to recognise, report and respond to Integrity matters.

Interstate applicants based in NSW and QLD are encouraged to apply. 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

• Provide advice and guidance on of a range of integrity subject matter, including but not limited to:
• Safeguarding Children
• Respectful Relationships (i.e. Family Violence)
• Vilification
• Wagering
• Anti-Doping
• Criminal Conduct
• Personal Conduct that may pose a risk to the safety or risk to the reputation of the code itself at any level.
• Lead investigations into alleged integrity breaches with a clear understanding of the application of policy, ensuring procedural fairness and confidentiality.
• Conduct victim, witness and accused interviews using experienced investigative interviewing practices.
• Develop and implement strategic investigation plans to achieve investigation objectives.
• Prepare detailed Notices, Investigation Reports and Briefs of Evidence for Legal Counsel review and disciplinary action.
• Facilitate the provision of welfare and support to assists those impacted by matters of Integrity.
• Liaise with law enforcement, regulators, and sporting bodies on integrity matters.
• Follow the AFL ISD case management process, understanding the significance of confidentiality and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Represent the AFL in integrity-related committee meetings, forums and working groups to share knowledge, trends, challenges and opportunities.
• Engage with leagues, clubs, umpires, officials and players to build a culture of ethical behaviour and accountability.
• From community to elite football, assist with educating, upskilling and building capability across integrity matters.
• Support the co-ordination and the safety of the AFL competition, events, infrastructure and it’s people in partnership with the AFL Security Team.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER 

• Demonstrated experience in sports integrity including expertise in leading child safeguarding, vilification, anti-doping and wagering investigations against relevant policies.
• Experience conducting complex investigations and the subsequent production of detailed investigation documents, reports and briefs of evidence.
• Demonstrated experience in victim management is essential.
• Experience delivering high-level briefings to senior management personnel.
• Experience working with state-based Law Enforcement and Regulatory Government agencies.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of community sporting frameworks.
• High level of interpersonal, oral presentation and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated record of integrity and appropriate handling of confidential information.
• The ability to work in a flexible manner and adjust to a rapidly changing environment.

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
• Thrive Days – utilise 4 Thrive Days (1 per quarter) with a bonus of $100 to spend on that day to contribute to something that positively impacts your wellbeing
• AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!

Applications Close: 14 April 2026