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 role. The successful candidate will have highly developed communication skills, proficient knowledge across community football, strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail.

This is a full-time position within our Football Operations team and will report to the General Manager, Football Operations.

Role Summary

• Manage the operations of the football competition
• Manage the operations of the tribunal
• Manage the player points system
• Work with all VAFA stakeholders including other football competitions
• Develop strong lines of communication with the VAFA clubs and other key stakeholders
• Uphold the core values of the VAFA which includes the amateur status of playing for the love of the game and VAFA’s no alcohol policy
• Work with all VAFA stakeholders including other football competitions, clubs, coaches, umpires, volunteers and sponsors

Skills and experience required

• Tertiary qualification in business, sports management or relevant field
• Minimum five years’ experience in the football industry or equivalent
• A preparedness to work extended hours including after-hours meetings and weekends during the football season
• High level verbal and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

You can download the full position description HERE

Please send applications to:

Mr Sam Confait

[email protected]

by Monday 9^th December, 2019