Job Opportunity - AFL QLD
Published Tue 21 May 2019
Description
COMPETITION MANGER – GOLD COAST JUNIORS
- Values driven culture
- Fantastic team benefits
ABOUT US
Our goal here at the AFL is to enhance and grow the game across all states and all levels – from grassroots to elite. As one team, we put on the game, build participation, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, and collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. Our roles may vary but we are all united by our common goal, to leave the game in an even more extraordinary place.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the State Manager – Junior Football Operations, this role is responsible for the management, administration and delivery of the Junior competition on the Gold Coast.
Here at the AFL we have extensive procedures and checks in place to protect children and young people in our organisation. Employment in this position is subject to a satisfactory criminal history record check. The successful candidate is required to possess a valid ‘working with children’ check.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
- Manage all aspects of the Junior/Youth Competitions to ensure efficient delivery of all fixtures, grading determinations and finals organisation.
- Oversee and manage Competition Coordinator
- Ensure competition ladders and results are maintained
- Ensure Junior Rules & Regulations and by-laws are implemented across all competitions
- Management of database and player records including Transfers and Permits
- General administration duties
- Appoint independent tribunal and coordinate tribunal hearings as needed
- Manage and conduct club meetings
- Manage all functions
- Maintain competition website with content
- Prepare and manage budgets in conjunction with State Manager
- Develop strong relationships with affiliated clubs
- Develop effective working relationships with other departments and staff
- Assist State Manager with the development of competition structure and operations with short- and long-term initiatives
- Ensure the State Junior Football Manager is informed and up to date by way of reports and meetings
OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER
Mandatory:
- Tertiary degree in Sports Management or equivalent experience
- Experience working with Sports TG software, or equivalent
- Experience in Competition Management or similar role
- Experience in providing excellent customer service to a diverse customer/club base
- Knowledge of sporting environments
Desirable:
- Good understanding of the protocols of community sport organisation
- Good understanding of the volunteer network in the region
- Proven ability to effectively and concurrently manage a diverse and extensive portfolio of projects
OUR CULTURE
http://www.afl.com.au/careers/experience-extraordinary
THE PERKS
- We believe in a Healthy Mind, Healthy Body and Healthy Workplace and our staff have access to an extensive Health and Wellbeing program
- My Development – all employees have access to the AFL’s My development program which consists of on the job training, coaching and mentoring and formal learning.
- AFL Staff Footy Memberships – easy access to the game, staff can share these with family and friends
- My Benefits – staff have access to over 350 discounts with some of the biggest retailers and the AFL’s Corporate Partners
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 May 2019
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