AFLW Player Welfare Manager

AFLW Player Welfare Manager (6-Month Parental Leave Cover) About The Business Fiercely proud of our unique Western Suburbs heritage – the Western Bulldogs have represented Melbourne’s West, our geographic heartland, for over 100 years. Our famous Bulldog fighting spirit mirrors that of the West – where hard work and standing up for what you believe in matters. We are the team of the Mighty West, for the West, ingrained in our club for many years. Our horizons have lifted and unprecedented opportunities await. Our club still exists to bring people together and create lasting memories, as much as it strives to win premierships. It’s about our people, their shared passion for the red, white and blue. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all are celebrated and belong regardless of age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or background. We are a child safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Your contribution to the team Responsibilities Collaborate, support and monitor individual development plans for players to support them throughout their careers Triage players requiring medical support to medical and psychology practitioners and specialists as needed Implementation of a whole of club AFLW Player Development and Wellbeing Strategy, informed by the AFL Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy Provide support, guidance and strategies to assist players with balancing football requirements with work and personal commitments, while collaborating with other departments and club partners to support player goals and engagement Facilitate health promotion, educational and personal development activities for players that will run in pre‑season and in season Work closely with the AFL and AFLPA to align opportunities for players (i.e. career and education programs, scholarships) Coordinate and support Player and Parents inductions, including player relocation entitlements in line with the players CBA Skills And Experience Experience working in Women’s Sport Certificate IV in health science, education, behaviour, social science, psychology field, or related field Mental Health First Aid & SAFE Talk trained ASSIST trained Willingness to complete AFLPA Executive Certificate in Player Development (or demonstration of commitment to have completed by end of 2026) What’s On Offer Close to West Footscray Station with free onsite parking available Club membership – Free access to Western Bulldogs AFL and AFLW home games for you and your family Continuous learning & development – Array of paid and discounted professional training and development opportunities on offer Deals & Discounts with Club corporate sponsors – over 40% in some cases Parent friendly – Paid Primary and Secondary Carer’s Leave available Wellbeing focus including – we support our staff to complete a proactive wellbeing plan, access to club gym, wellbeing sessions and activities across the year How To Apply Successful candidates will be required to hold a valid working with children check and a satisfactory national criminal history check. If you are interested in working in a challenging yet extremely satisfying position, please click on Apply for this job & attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your key attributes. Applications close at 5pm 1st December 2025. Western Bulldogs acknowledges that we reside on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We offer our respect to the Elders of these traditional lands, and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples past, present and emerging. Western Bulldogs encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr