Lead Community Coach

Lead Community Coach & Mentor - Tennant Creek or Borroloola, NT Are you looking for a tree change opportunity, on a permanent basis or a 12 month fixed term commencing January 2026? Do you enjoy being active and want to support children in developing their football skills and overall wellbeing? Are you looking for a role with a purpose? Being part of a community and mentoring local Indigenous staff and children. Come and join our passionate team in Tennant Creek or Borroloola in the Northern Territory, making a real difference in lives of Indigenous children. John Moriarty Football (JMF) is seeking a Lead Community Coach & Mentor to work and live in Tennant Creek or Borroloola, NT. This challenging and exciting position is integral to JMF’s continued operation in NT. You are a skilled manager, highly organized, and process driven. An effective communicator who excels at creating strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and have the ability to be agile. You are a people person, with great enthusiasm for the power of sport to change lives, and see the potential for Aboriginal talent to change the game in Australia. Key Areas of Responsibility Coordinate and deliver the JMF curriculum in schools and in collaboration with other community and sports organisations. Day to day logistics will require liaising with local key stakeholders at schools, community and sports organisations within Tennant Creek, and the surrounding areas. Adapt curriculum to suit players needs to ensure best practice learning environment. Mentor JMF players through the JMF Core Values of Resilience, Leadership, Respect and teamwork. Be a role model for staff and players in relation to behaviour, attendance, punctuality, personal organisation and management. Deliver on the Moriarty Foundation’s Nutrition program, including the provision of fresh cut fruit/vegetables at each session and hot nutritious meals at after‑school and holiday clinics. Identify training and development needs for all JMF coaching staff. This will be achieved via coaching assessments, appraisal systems and day‑to‑day observation and with Head Office support. Ensure input of local staff into program and delivery decisions, to develop ownership and accountability. Act as the significant contact for all matters regarding JMF staff welfare and issues. Develop relationships with local and regional community supports and services, including local football clubs & health organisations. Enhance family engagement and overall awareness of the program in the community through participation in community events. Transportation of children and staff to and from session locations. Key Experience and Qualities Social work, youth work or a community services background. A passion for teaching and developing youth. Football coaching experience desirable, however not essential; training will be provided. A passion for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and commitment to helping create positive change amongst children in Indigenous communities. Current Australian driver’s license with the ability to drive a manual vehicle. Working with Children’s check (WWCC) – Ochre Card required. A National Police Check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. First Aid Qualified. Australian citizen, permanent resident, or resident with full work rights preferred. Accommodation is provided by the Moriarty Foundation, coupled with a competitive salary package. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Application Process To apply please submit your resume and cover letter. For further information please contact Beck Hill, HR Manager via: ***********@moriartyfoundation.org.au. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr