The AFL is Australia’s premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. 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/ AFLW competitions continue 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 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.
ABOUT US
As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game – from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.
The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
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. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The National Indigenous Participation Lead will play an integral role in ensuring that our Aussie Rules community football participation programs are inclusive, accessible and delivered within culturally safe environments. Sitting within Game Development and reporting to the National Participation Growth Manager – Indigenous and Inclusion, this is a key position that provides leadership and strategic direction to the broader national participation workforce, ensuring that future footy participation opportunities are more inclusive and accessible (community, Auskick, Superkick, Nines and Schools).
Our goal at the AFL is to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities, and this role truly contributes to this goal.
The location of this role is flexible, and we encourage applicants from all states and territories to apply.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide leadership, strategic direction, development and formal reviews of initiatives to make Australian football more inclusive and accessible for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people – driving participation growth.
- Support participation and program workforce around the country with development and implementation of effective strategies to engage and connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and participants; including delivery of competitions and development pathways.
- Support participation and program workforce around the country with development and delivery of education and development programs to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Support the development of career pathways, recruitment and retention strategies for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Build relationships and partnerships with relevant external partners and communities.
- Support and manage relationships with Traditional Owners
- Collaborate and work with AFL Departments and industry stakeholders to support industry programs and events.
- Support internal and external staff and programs with continued cultural awareness and education.
- Contribute to key projects and policies within and outside of core role ie: Reconciliation Action Plan
- Support and contribute to the success of the broader team.
OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER
Core Competencies:
- Strong knowledge, experience and understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and cultures.
- An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
- Demonstrated experience in partnering with and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong leadership and relationship management across a geographically diverse team.
- Able to innovate, challenge convention and manage change.
OUR CULTURE
Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation
We are proudly a WORK180 endorsed employer for women, to see the great benefits that the AFL offers, please visit https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/afl
THE PERKS
- Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
- My Development – lean into the AFL’s My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
- Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
- My Benefits – with thanks to our 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 of our game with your family and friends!
Applications Close: 30 September 2023
