Job Description

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Purpose: To lead, promote, unite, develop and regulate football Vision: To unite and elevate Australian football to become a world class, globally respected system to inspire our national, developing excellence at every level Mission: Working with our stakeholders everyday – to build the capability, capacity and capital we need now and in the future – to transform every football dream into reality.

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Purpose: To lead, promote, unite, develop and regulate football Vision: To unite and elevate Australian football to become a world class, globally respected system to inspire our national, developing excellence at every level Mission: Working with our stakeholders everyday – to build the capability, capacity and capital we need now and in the future – to transform every football dream into reality.

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To achieve the above, we live by our company values which are:

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- Welcome: Open doors, open minds, open hearts – and respect
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- Ready: Always ready, Always ahead
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- Connect: Together, united
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- Excel: Our best, every day in every way
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- Protect: Guarding the game, Securing the future
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WHAT WE OFFER Benefitsn n
- Flexible work arrangements
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- Birthday Leave
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- Study Leave
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- Wellbeing & Lifestyle leave
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- Paid Parental leave in addition to statutory government offering
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- Volunteer leave
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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- Partner discounts
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- Workplace Banking Program
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- Social activities such as 5-a-side futsal
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BACKGROUND & PURPOSE OF THE ROLEn n




- The Head of Communications is responsible for developing and implementing a compelling media and communications agenda for the football pillars across all levels - from grassroots to national teams. This role ensures Football Australia’s narrative architecture and messaging is consistent, engaging, and reflective of our strategic priorities, helping to differentiate our brand in a competitive sporting landscape.
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- This role will require frequent travel both domestically and internationally.
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ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership & Planningn n
- Develop and deliver Football Australia's communications and media strategy
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- Build the profile and reputation of Football Australia's teams, competitions, players, and coaches
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- Lead crisis communications and collaborate across the business to deliver compelling storytelling.
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Media Operations & Stakeholder Engagementn n
- Lead media and communications activities for national teams, competitions, and major events.
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- Manage executive, stakeholder, and organisational communications to ensure consistent messaging.
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- Build strong relationships with media, broadcast partners, and key football stakeholders.
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Team Leadership & Developmentn n
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications team.
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- Provide media training and communications support to players, coaches, and officials.
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- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Operational Excellencen n




- Oversee media operations, budgets, governance, and accreditation processes.
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- Monitor media, industry, and social trends to inform communications strategies.
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- Ensure communications activities align with organisational standards, policies, and brand guidelines.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE Essentialn n
- Proven leadership experience in communications, media, or corporate affairs, with exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
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- Robust understanding of the Australian football landscape and the ability to engage diverse audiences.
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- Extensive media industry knowledge and established relationships across broadcast, print, digital, government, and key stakeholder networks.
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- Outstanding written, verbal, and stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced workplace.
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- Confident spokesperson with experience representing organisations in media, stakeholder, and public-facing environments.
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Desirablen n
- Experience in a senior communications or media role within sport or a high-profile organisation.
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- Understanding of Football Australia's vision, strategy, and the broader sporting landscape.
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- Experience leading reputation management, crisis communications, and large-scale communications campaigns.
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Please note:n

Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday, 11 September; however, we encourage you to apply early as Football Australia may commence the recruitment process and close applications ahead of the advertised deadline if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

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📌 Head of Communications (New South Wales)
🏢 Football Australia
📍 New South Wales