CLUB DEVELOPMENT OFFICER North Cairns Tigers Australian Football ClubWith more than 300 junior players and established senior programs, there is a significant opportunity to strengthen development and create genuine pathways through the Tigers.You'll work alongside the President, committees and football leaders to support the planning and delivery of football across junior, women's and girls', and senior programs.Your focus will include:Strengthening the Tigers' junior football and player development programsCreating clear pathways from junior football into senior men's and women's footballGrowing women's and girls' participation and programsSupporting coach recruitment, development, accreditation and mentoringImproving connection and alignment between junior and senior footballSupporting player development, welfare and transitionsWorking with the President and committees on football planning and seasonal prioritiesRecruiting and developing the volunteers required to support football deliveryStrengthening football operations, governance and club systemsBuilding sustainable programs that support the future of the TigersPART OF SOMETHING BIGGERThis position forms part of a new AFL Cairns initiative providing dedicated full-time football resources within our senior clubs.Our aim is to strengthen football at club level by investing in people who can grow participation, develop players and coaches, build pathways and support the volunteers and committees who deliver our game.While you'll be employed by AFL Cairns, you'll be embedded within North Cairns Tigers and work closely with its President and committees.You'll also be connected to AFL Cairns' broader football and development network, giving you professional support, resources and opportunities to collaborate across the competition.WHO WE'RE LOOKING FORWe're looking for a football person who is also a people person.For North Cairns,



that means someone excited by the opportunity to work with a significant junior base and help turn participation into lifelong connection with the Tigers.You'll understand development and pathways, be able to support coaches and enjoy working collaboratively with football leaders, committees, volunteers, players and families.Ideally, you'll bring:Solid knowledge of community football and AFL development pathwaysExperience in coaching, football development, sports administration or community sportAn understanding of junior player development and transition into senior footballAn ability to develop and support coachesA commitment to growing women's and girls' footballStrong football planning and organisational capabilityAn ability to work collaboratively with Club Presidents and committeesExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsExperience working with and supporting volunteersInitiative and an ability to turn plans into actionA commitment to AFL Cairns' values of Community, Professionalism and IntegrityA valid Blue CardWHAT WE OFFERFull-time positionEmployed by AFL Cairns and embedded within North Cairns TigersClose working relationship with the Tigers President and committeesProfessional payroll, HR and onboarding support through Cazalys GroupProfessional development and access to AFL Cairns football resourcesConnection to a broader network of football development professionalsEvening and weekend work will form part of the roleFor the right person,



this is an opportunity to help develop the next generation of Tigers and turn more than 70 years of football history into an even stronger future.Unlock job insightsHirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicantsYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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At the AFL, we work across the country and at every level of the game, from grassroots to elite, helping shape the future of Australia's game.Our teams grow and strengthen the game, create moments that bring fans and communities closer to it, and build what comes next for our people, our industry and the generations that follow.Whether we are supporting clubs and competitions, developing coaches and umpires, delivering major events, growing participation or helping bring Marvel Stadium to life, we are united by a shared purpose to progress the game so more people can love it and connect with it.We are values-led, ambitious and team-first, and we back our people to make a real impactAt the AFL, we work across the country and at every level of the game, from grassroots to elite, helping shape the future of Australia's game.Our teams grow and strengthen the game, create moments that bring fans and communities closer to it, and build what comes next for our people, our industry and the generations that follow.Whether we are supporting clubs and competitions, developing coaches and umpires, delivering major events, growing participation or helping bring Marvel Stadium to life, we are united by a shared purpose to progress the game so more people can love it and connect with it.We are values-led, ambitious and team-first, and we back our people to make a real impactResearching careers?
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📌 Club Development Officer North Cairns Tigers Australian Football Club (Queensland)
🏢 AFL Cairns
📍 Queensland