The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia that plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the game. The WAFC is a not for profit organisation that plays an important role in funding the on-going development of football in all communities.

 

The WAFC's vision is to connect and enhance WA communities through our great game. This will be underpinned by a focus on delivering against the core objectives of Engagement, Talent and Sustainability. WA Football is in an exciting period and we are now seeking a motivated, passionate and driven Game Development Officers for our Metro Central region which covers Swans, East Perth and Perth Districts.  Game Development Officers will be experts on the ground, ensuring Auskick centres successfully adopt the new Auskick program. They will support a group of Auskick centres and will focus on critical areas including coaching/curriculum, equipment, administration and parent helper recruitment, with the aim of providing participants a high-quality, engaging experience resulting in greater retention in the program. 

 

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Auskick centre coordinators.

• Visit Auskick centres weekly.

• Promote and encourage coaches to attend Auskick information sessions and coaching seminars.

• Review and provide regular feedback on program effectiveness to the Auskick Centre and complete online centre check in forms after attending sessions.

• Attend required Game Development Officer training sessions ensuring a full understanding of the updated Auskick program and practices.

• Opportunities to run school football clinics, AFL9s centres and assist in other football activities during school holidays, carnivals and AFL halftime.

To be considered for this position you will need to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

• Highly developed interpersonal, teamwork and relationship building skills. 

• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in Australian Football/Auskick.

• Willing to work outside business hours - weeknights and weekends.

• Experience working with Primary school age children.

• Experience and/or qualifications in coaching school aged children.

• Experience with volunteer environments.

• Current Working with Children Check, or the willingness to obtain.

• Valid Driver’s License and vehicle.

• Coach AFL Membership (Desirable).

 

All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWC) prior to commencement.

The role will be offered as a casual employment contract.

 

The successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience. For a detailed position description and essential selection criteria please click here.

 

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via SEEK.

Applications close 28th February 2019 

 

The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.