Game Development Officer

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 Casual Game Development Officer is primarily responsible for the delivery of AFL participation programs. Using a targeting approach this role supports participation within NAB AFL Auskick, Superkick and school programs, and transition of participants into community club environments, while promoting inclusive, respectful and safe environments.

This role is primarily based in the field in schools and local Auskick centres and clubs.

Day in the life – what you will be responsible for

• Delivering AFL participation programs – including Auskick, Superkick, NINES and school programs.
• Supporting regional action plans, ensuring targeted delivery of programs for maximum participation impact.
• Recording basic data and observations providing to local manager.
• Conducting AFL Auskick/Superkick and junior/senior club football promotions from time to time.
• Assisting with the implementation of all abilities, inclusion, multicultural and indigenous programs, and events.
• Assisting with AFL match day requirements at AFL Games.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER WILL HAVE

• Experience working with children and young people. Please note, the successful candidate is required to hold a Valid Working with Children Check and will be subject to a satisfactory criminal history record check.
• Availability during school hours minimum 2 days a week.
• Demonstrated personal initiative and ability to work effectively unsupervised.
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Qualifications in Sports Coaching / Management, Recreation, Education or equivalent depth of experience
• A love for the game of AFL.
• Tasmanian Driver’s License.

Child Safety Standards

The AFL has a commitment to ensure we provide professional, safe and enjoyable environments to children and young people who participate in our game.

The executive and management of our organisation are responsible for undertaking recruitment and ensuring that our processes and systems are robust and thorough, as well as being communicated and understood internally. Our recruitment process is a 5-step process and includes meeting and engaging with a variety of key people from across the organisation as well as completing thorough verification checks.

As part of our comprehensive recruitment process we ensure that all safety and legislative checks such as working with children checks, Criminal background checks, employment and personal reference checks are completed to ensure anyone working for the AFL is fit for the role they are employed in, prior to commencing employment.

The AFL takes the safety of children and young people very seriously and reviews all process and procedures in line with current state and federal legislation.

OUR CULTURE

Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation

Applications Close: 14 March 2025