The AFL is Australia’s premier sporting organisation supporting a constantly evolving national competition. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL industry continues to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots’ of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casuals employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

About Us

The AFL is Australia’s premier sporting organisation supporting a constantly evolving national competition which has experienced rapid growth over the past 10 years. The AFL currently has 400 permanent employees across the four state bodies, AFL Vic, NSW/ACT, QLD, NT and at AFL House. The AFL organisation is responsible for growing and developing Australian Football across Australia.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director, Events and Match Day Presentation is responsible for the strategic direction of all the Events within the AFL and AFLW portfolio as including key match day activity. They are responsible for leading the creative vision and delivery excellence of all corporate hospitality and public facing events. The events schedule is vast, from the illustrious Brownlow Medal to the AFL Grand Final including entertainment.

They are also responsible for the governance of the match day experience produced in conjunction with all 18 AFL Clubs. The Director, Events and Match Day Presentation is also responsible for the leadership, development and day to day management of the entire AFL Events and Match Day Production team. With a key role of internal and external collaboration, the role requires communication excellence and ability to manage multiple stakeholders to achieve great outcomes.

The role provides great exposure across the AFL Executive as well as broader industry.

The Director, Events and Match Day Presentation manages a significant budget to deliver best in class events and match day experiences. Working closely with the commercial team to also identify growth and innovation opportunities.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

• Significant long term, relevant experience in the Events, Entertainment, Hospitality, Sports industry
• Proven track record to manage multiple stakeholders from Executive to Supplier relationships with maturity displaying excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in managing a high performing team in a fast paced and pressure filled environment
• Demonstrated ability to be highly strategic, creative and innovative to ensure events are always exceeding expectations
• Exceptional leadership skills with key focus on team development
• Demonstrated focus on and commitment to a values-based culture
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain outstanding relationships and network
• High level expertise in P&L management
• Demonstration of strong strategic planning ability
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding attention to detail, administrative and planning skills
• Strong, decisive and collaborative when faced with challenges

OUR CULTURE

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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
• Play Your Way – A flexible approach to your working life