VAFA seeks Football Operations Manager

The VAFA, Australia’s oldest and largest senior football competition, has an exciting position available as Football Operations Manager and is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to fill this stimulating and varied role.

The successful candidate will have previous experience managing sporting competitions, strong stakeholder management skills and an excellent attention to detail.

This is a full-time position within the Football Operations department and will report to the General Manager Football and Umpire Operations.

Role Summary

• Manage the operations of the football competition
• Manage the operations of the Tribunal and Investigation process
• Manage the player points system
• Develop strong working relationships with all VAFA stakeholders including other football competitions, clubs, coaches, umpires, volunteers and sponsors
• Chair and manage VAFA football Advisory Groups
• Ensure all VAFA stakeholders are complying with VAFA Rules, Policies and Match Day Requirements and manage the end of year review process of these documents

Experience and Qualifications

Required:

• Tertiary qualification in business, sports management or relevant field
• Established background in the operation of an effective sporting organisation, in particular managing sporting competitions
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience in working with volunteers
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills
• A preparedness to work extended hours including weekends during the football season
• Passion for football at all levels

Desired:

• Exposure to sports Tribunal and Investigation processes
• GameDay management experience

Benefits

• A rewarding and vibrant working environment within the sporting industry.
• A close and supportive workplace.
• A varied role with opportunity for professional development.

View the full Position Description HERE.

Please send applications to:

Mr. Matt Collister
VAFA General Manager Football and Umpire Operations

[email protected]

Applications close Friday 6 May, 2022.