Job Description

Aspley Australian Football & Sporting Club – Aspley QLD

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Aspley Hornets is seeking an experienced and passionate Football Manager to lead our football department across senior men's, women's, junior, youth and masters programs.

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Reporting to the Board of Directors, this leadership role is responsible for driving football strategy, strengthening player pathways, managing football operations, supporting coaches and staff, and fostering a solid, accountable club culture.

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Key Responsibilities

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Lead and implement the club's football strategy and philosophy.
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Oversee football operations across all programs.
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Manage and support coaches, football staff and volunteers.
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Drive player recruitment, retention and pathway development.
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Ensure AFL Queensland compliance, reporting and football administration requirements are met.
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Build a positive, inclusive and high-performance football culture.
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Manage football budgets, resources and planning.
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Develop strong relationships with AFL Queensland, schools, community clubs, sponsors and stakeholders.
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About You

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You will have:

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Senior leadership experience in football, community sport or a comparable workplace.
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Robust strategic, operational and people management skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
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Experience in budgeting, planning and resource management.
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Sound understanding of football operations, player development and pathways.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to lead through influence and collaboration.
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QAFL, QAFLW or AFL Queensland experience.
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Coaching accreditation or coaching leadership experience.
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Sports administration, management or education qualifications.
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Experience supporting women's and girls' football programs.
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Why Join Aspley Hornets?

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This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of Queensland's most respected community football clubs. You will play a key role in developing players, coaches and pathways while driving sustainable football success both on and off the field.

📌 Football Manager Queensland
🏢 Aspley Australian Football and Sporting Club
📍 Queensland