Football Development Officer
Job No:
FDOFXAUG2022
Location:
Fitzroy Crossing
- Are you enthusiastic, professional and efficient? Do you have exceptional AFL programming skills and experience?
- Join a well-respected not-for-profit organisation promoting healthier lifestyles & equal access to community activities
- Attractive remuneration package circa $75,000 plus super & salary sacrificing!
- Great benefits on offer including area allowance, annual flights, annual wellbeing allowance, 5 weeks’ annual leave PLUS additional Christmas Leave!
About the Opportunity
Garnduwa, in partnership with the West Australian Football Commission (WAFC), is currently looking for a Football Development Officer to join their team in Fitzroy Crossing WA, responsible for delivering components of both the Central Kimberley Football League (CKFL) and Garnduwa strategic plan.
The consolidation of Women’s, Colts and Senior Men’s Football within the CKFL competition, as well as supporting the Fitzroy Valley Club Development Program will be priority considerations upon commencement.
This role will be based in the Fitzroy Crossing Garnduwa office and will service the surrounding remote communities, ensuring their participation in relevant football programs in all regions across the Kimberley. Therefore, regular travel (including overnight stays) to remote communities will be an integral part of this role.
The role is offered on a full time basis, 37.5 hours per week, to be worked across any seven days. Therefore, there is an expectation that this role may need to complete work over the weekend and outside normal business hours.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
The key responsibilities of this role will include:
- Working with the CKFL, WAFC and other relevant stakeholders to assist, coordinate and implement the Fitzroy Valley Football Development Program, this will include:
- Facilitating the delivery of Auskick programs
- Supporting the coordination of a junior (participants aged 9-12) football competition
- Planning and assisting in the implementation of a competition targeting participants aged 13-14
- In conjunction with the CKFL Football Manager and other stakeholders, support senior community football, including game day support where necessary
- Support WAFC School Football competitions and carnivals
- Support the implementation of talent development programs in the region in conjunction with Garnduwa’s Kimberley Spirit Program, CKFL, Claremont Football Club, Fremantle Football Club and WAFC
- Implement and support the participation of remote community based clubs (Muludja, Bayulu, Wangkatjungka, Noonkanbah, Mowamjum and Yakanarra) in the CKFL competition
- Support Garnduwa’s Active Communities Program in the Fitzroy Valley by providing ongoing support to Garnduwa employees, community volunteers and Community Councils in the region, assisting in the development and maintenance of Community Sport & Recreation Plans, particularly after school and school holiday programs
- Develop a positive working relationship with school-based Academies, providing support where appropriate in the delivery of Academy carnivals in the region
- Coordinate the delivery of Level 1 umpiring and coaching accreditation courses in the CKFL, including the delivery of workshops at selected carnivals/events
- Identify coaches and umpires for the talent pathway program
About You
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A sound understanding of WA football structures and systems
- An understanding of club and school environments within WA football
- Level 1 or 2 Coaching Accreditation, or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lead and interact with large groups of people, including program participants and stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and implement ideas tailored to the relevant environment
- Strong computer literacy
- Able to work outside of normal business hours, and on weekends as required
- Demonstrated ability to operate under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, able to achieve results working autonomously and in a team environment
- Strong relationship building skills
- Currently hold or willing to obtain an active Driver's Licence (C-Class would be advantageous), National Police Clearance and Working With Children Check
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
- A knowledge of the Kimberley, particularly Fitzroy Crossing and its surrounding remote communities
- Other formal or tertiary qualifications in sport, sport science, youth, health, education and/or other relevant field
Please note: This role may involve some travel to remote Aboriginal communities, including use of dirt roads, small aircraft or 4WD vehicles.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
About the Benefits
Stepping into this important, newly developed role will see you contributing toward Garnduwa’s ultimate goal of achieving long-lasting improvements in the opportunities for and participation of Aboriginal people in purposeful recreational and sporting activities.
In recognition of your commitment and hard work, you will be offered an attractive remuneration package circa $75,000 p.a. plus super and salary sacrificing!
You'll also be eligible to receive a range of additional benefits including:
- Personal flight subsidy
- Additional annual leave over the Christmas/holiday period
- Annual health & wellbeing allowance
- Travel Opportunities - experience all that Far North Western Australia has to offer!
- Attractive Salary circa $75,000 per annum + Area Allowance (with great salary packaging arrangements available)
- Flexible work arrangement available
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-renowned, respected and long-standing organisation, and develop your experience in the area of Indigenous health and wellbeing.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as Garnduwa is seeking to appoint to the role as soon as the suitable candidate is found. We reserve the right to appoint before the vacancy closes.
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