Football Australia, the national governing body for football, is currently seeking a full time National Competitions Manager, starting February and based in Sydney.
The role predominately focuses on Principle IV, V, VII, IX and X (Principles can be found here) and is responsible for managing the operations and administration of national competitions in the Football department, primarily the NPL & FFA Cup. The National Competitions Manager will support the General Manager - Competitions and Participation in delivering the FFA Cup and ensuring the national alignment and progress of the NPL throughout the Member Federations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Management and delivery of FFA Cup competition administration (competition regulations, player and team registrations and match scheduling)
Work with Member Federations to deliver the Preliminary Rounds of the FFA Cup leading up to the Final Rounds
Collaborate with FA Finance regarding registration fee payment process, Member Federation susidies and other financial matters
Work with Events and Commercial departments to oversee match delivery, venue audits and selections which consider the needs of broadcaster, clubs, Member Federations and Football Australia
Lead the FFA Cup Project Team with operational planning
Administer the FFA Cup budget
Administer and conduct the live draws
Administer and oversight of the rollout of the NPL to the Member Federations including; national club licencing criteria, player points system and alignment of the national technical direction within the NPL
Develop and administer national NPL competitions i.e.) NPL Finals Series for men and women
Continued focus on greater consistency across NPL competitions in each Member Federation, including competition rules and alignment to the Domestic Match Calendar (DMC)
Develop relationships with Member Federations and clubs
Provide reports and information the the Head of Game Development and General Manager - Competitions and Participation on specific programs and activity plans
Research and keep informed on industry best practise of similar programs both in Australia and overseas
Main contact point for Member Federation Competition Managers on national competition related matters
Assist with the administration of the national club licencing system in relation to FFA Cup teams
Interface as needed with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), FIFA and Member Federations
Experience and skills required:
Excellent communication skills, particularly written and presentation
Proven experience working in community and elite sporting environments
Project management experience
Knowledge of sport administration systems
Strong attention to detail
Experience in event delivery and having an understanding of what is required to run a professional sporting event
Diplomacy and strong customer service approach
Understanding of core principles of Football Development
Strong IT knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office products
Awareness and alignment to the Football Australia XI Principles
Flexible working hours, including weeknights, weekends and interstate/international travel required
Full working rights within Australia
To apply, please send through your CV and Cover Letter in one PDF file to recruitment@footballaustralia.com.au by Wednesday 27th January 2021 3pm AEDT.
