Here at TFA we are seeking experienced, independent thinkers to join our National High Performance Committee and give the Board expert, evidence-based advice on high performance programs and coaching. From international best practice to coach and player selection frameworks, you’ll help strengthen Australia’s competitiveness and grow a sustainable pipeline of elite talent. It’s an advisory role: you’ll shape the thinking, and the Board makes the decisions.

Do you have National coaching experience in touch football or a comparable high performance sport, or have led, managed or governed high performance programs and pathways?

We’re looking for independent members who can bring fresh, specialist perspective to the National High Performance Committee, and who aren’t afraid to ask the tough questions.

You’ll spend time with coaches, athletes and high performance environments, and use what you see to give the Board informed advice on coaching capability, athlete development, culture and pathways. It’s an advisory role with four committee meetings a year plus agreed high performance activities, and your insight will help shape the future of our high performance system.

Essential Requirements

- Current or recent national coaching experience in touch football or a comparable high performance sport,



with a solid understanding of elite coaching environments, athlete preparation and performance pathways

- Significant experience leading, managing or governing high performance programs, pathways or performance systems — including strategic planning, program evaluation and high performance governance.

- Expertise across one or more of the following: high performance program leadership and administration; elite coaching and coach development; athlete development and performance pathways; governance and risk management; and independent high performance and sporting expertise.

- Drivers Licence

- Hold (or ability to attain) a Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check

Desirable Criteria

- Sports Management / Business Degree

- Relevant Coaching Accreditation

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are to review and complete the EOI document available on the Touch Football Australia website below, which includes all relevant information, eligibility requirements and the application form.

touchfootball.com.au/career-opportunities/

Applications should follow the submission instructions outlined within the document and ensure their completed EOI is submitted by 5:00pm (AEDT), Friday 27 November 2026.

📌 National High Performance Committee Member - External Independent (Canberra)
🏢 Touch Football Australia
📍 Canberra