Game Development Officer – Halftime Auskick

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

Reporting to the Auskick and Superkick Lead, this role is to ensure all children participating in NAB AFL half time Auskick are provided with a fantastic experience both on and off the field. Ensuring a smooth transition of entering the ground, playing at half time and enjoying the AFL and AFLW match. The safety and enjoyment of the guests is paramount in this role. You will be responsible for welcoming all guests and escorting them to their seats, set up and pack down of equipment, supervision in change rooms, activation of small-sided games during the half time break and then escorting guests back to their seats. Shifts are approximately 4hrs in duration and range from Thursday – Sunday when matches are location in Victoria. Please note successful candidates will be required to be available for 2 days each weekend for rostering purposes.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF??

Pre-match

• Meet all guests allocated to the match
• Ensure all guests are checked in to participate in half time Auskick
• Escort all guests to their designated seats

Gameday Setup

• Assist with the set-up of the change rooms ready for the half time and all relevant equipment
• Supervise change rooms

On-Field Role

• Ensure a smooth and seamless entry onto the ground
• Check on all parent helpers and monitor grid closely to ensure participants are getting an enjoyable experience
• Ensure all guests enter and exit the ground in a timely manner

Post Halftime

• Escort half time participants back to change rooms and supervise changing back out of Auskick uniform
• Escort all guests back to their seats
• Ensure all equipment is packed away

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER??

• Experience working with Children
• Demonstrated personal initiative and ability to work effectively unsupervised and in a team environment
• Well-developed verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.?
• Confidence and ability to deliver engaging and positive outcomes.
• A willingness to work outside normal business hours during evenings and weekends.??
• All applicants will have to adhere to Safeguarding Children checks and have a valid employee Working with Children Check.
• All applicants must be aged 18+.

DESIRABLE?

• Tertiary qualifications or currently studying Sports Management, Sports Science, Sports Coaching, Recreation, Education or equivalent depth of experience.?
• Established ability to bring together and coordinate a diverse range of stakeholders.?

OUR CULTURE??

• http://www.afl.com.au/careers/experience-extraordinary?

Applications Close: 9 February 2025