Football Operations Manager

Football Operations Manager – VIC As a key member of the AFL Victoria Community Football team, you will manage, administer, and deliver community football operational programs across Victoria. You will provide operational support, advice and education to community football leagues, regions, and stakeholders to support the development, growth and sustainability of the game. Responsibilities Lead Victoria in the development, implementation and management of national, state and country policies and by‑laws. Manage allocated AFL Victoria Community Football Team programmes including CCSP Advisory Group, policy reference groups and other working parties and engagement forums. Develop, document and deliver a football operations educational and support programme to build the capability of community football league administrators. Maintain positive, collaborative relationships and stakeholder management with community leagues and country regions. Provide support and direction to leagues and regions regarding policy, rules and regulations, including the Clubs Sustainability Programme. Ensure viable and sustainable community league and regional networks through effective education programmes, enhancing the overall quality of the community football environment. Contribute to key projects within the Community Football Team and nationally, outside of the core role. Support and contribute to the success of the broader team. Qualifications & Expectations Proven relationship and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to identify problems, navigate challenging situations and provide quality and timely solutions. Demonstrated administration skills with a high level of attention to detail, planning and organisation. Ability to understand the community football environment, its rules and regulations and apply them accordingly. Experience working with league operational teams, volunteers and club committees. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to adapt to change, remain effective and calm when faced with changing tasks, responsibilities or people. Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. Demonstrated knowledge and interest in Australian Football; experience in a community club setting desirable. Flexibility and availability to support club enquiries and attend meetings outside normal business hours as needed. Proven ability and willingness to work as a team member while displaying autonomy. Current driver’s licence. Outcomes / KPIs Progressive development of state regulations and country rules consistent with NCFPH. Greater adoption of NCFPH in metro leagues. Increased capability and capacity of league operational teams to administer NCFPH, state regulations and league or region by‑laws. Improved quality, management and delivery of community football initiatives and programmes at league, region and AFL Vic levels. Enhanced partnerships and collaboration between AFL Victoria metro and country affiliates through strategic and operational advice and support. Complete and/or facilitate the achievement of key projects identified from time to time in specific metro and country regions. High satisfaction levels from affiliates in service provision. Implementation of legacy programmes that add value for community football now and in the longer term. Perks Play the day your way – flexible approach to your working life. My Development – access AFL’s My Development programme including on‑the‑job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning. Play Well – access to extensive health and wellbeing programme focused on a healthy body, mind and workplace. My Benefits – thanks to AFL corporate partners, access great benefits and discounts. AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience with family and friends. 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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. The successful candidate must hold a valid Working with Children/Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check. Applications close: 15 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr