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MiniRoos Development Officer: Expression of Interest

Football NSW is the governing body for Football and Futsal in the Australian state of New South Wales, except for the northern regions of NSW. Football NSW is a member of the national governing body, Football Australia (FA).

Football NSW is located at Valentine Sports Park in Glenwood NSW. In addition to housing Football NSW staff offices, the venue includes 5 playing fields, lecture rooms, indoor sports hall and 20 metre indoor pool, cafe, and gym on site.

ROLE PURPOSE

This role delivers Coles MiniRoos activations, deliver MiniRoos Certificates and Game Leader courses, and support other deliverables and outcomes to support MiniRoos football across the state.

This role requires close liaison with Football Australia, Football NSW Member Associations, Local Clubs, Local Councils, Schools, A-League Men’s and Women’s Clubs and sponsors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Produce deliverables and outcomes for MiniRoos football across the State.
  • Provide guidance and support to the casual Game Development Officer workforce by organising continuous training and upskilling throughout the year.
  • Work closely with the Football Development Department to execute MiniRoos initiatives, administering or delivering MiniRoos Certificates and Game Leader Courses, and general upskilling of volunteer community club coaches and game leaders.
  • Oversee the implementation of MiniRoos event activations across various events including community, Football NSW, Football Australia and A-League events, and ensuring that we meet expected deliverables in respect of servicing commercial partners.
  • Work with Football Australia, the Football Development Department and Valentine Sports Park team on the design and implementation of programs including and not limited to School Holiday Programs, Development Programs and MiniRoos KickOff Programs.
  • Manage relationships with stakeholders, including A-League clubs, Football Australia, Member Associations, Member Clubs and external stakeholders, to collectively increase overall participation in football.
  • Undertake special projects as directed by Head of Community and Member Services.

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Even if you DO NOT meet all the Essential Criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply if you’re at all interested – we’d love to learn how you can amplify our team with your unique experience! This can be detailed in your Cover Letter.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Demonstrated experience within the world game of football (e.g., player, coach, administrator, etc)
  • Maturity and experience working with children and parents
  • Excellent communication skills – ability to prepare and present in public forums (or willingness to learn)
  • Customer service experience
  • Passion to develop the world game of football
  • 2 years’ experience in a relevant or similar role

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

  • Accredited to deliver MiniRoos Certificates (or willingness to obtain)
  • Experience in coordination of football programs designed to drive participation
  • Experience of liaising with a variety of stakeholders
  • Knowledge of Football NSW development pathways and programs
  • Hold a current Foundation of Football Certificate or higher

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

  • Number of:
    • MiniRoos Certificates,
    • Game Leader Courses,
    • School Holiday Programs,
    • Coles MiniRoos Kick-Off Programs
    • Inflatable Activation Events, and
    • Other programs as required
  • Number of registered participants in the above programs

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Flexible work hours will be required from time to time including night and weekend work
  • Working with Children Number for paid workers
  • Commitment to Football NSW values, behaviours and culture
  • Current driver’s license
  • Travelling to various locations is required

 VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

  • Provide strong leadership
  • Build trust via integrity, transparency and accountability
  • Behave professionally
  • Act as a team
  • Maintain customer focus
  • Be passionate about improving football

WORK HEALTH SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Comply with health and safety legislation and company policies and procedures, including the WHS System.
  • Take reasonable care that their acts or omissions do not adversely affect their health or safety, and/ or that of other persons.
  • Must report all hazards, incidents and near misses to their managers as soon as practically possible to ensure the health and safety of themselves and that of others in the workplace, including contractors and third parties.

This is a fixed-term full-time role for up to 12 months and is supported by funding from Football Australia, with expected salary of $60k + super.