ABOUT US

Football Australia is situated on the lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We acknowledge the histories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and commit to building a brighter future together.

Football in Australia is a melting pot of approximately 2 million participants represented by over 200 different cultures, we are proud to be the most diverse and globally connected sport within the Australian sporting landscape.

This diversity in culture, ideas, and experience makes us strong and prepares us to achieve our vision to ‘be a leading football nation where everyone is inspired to live and love the game’. To achieve this, we live by our company values which include: 

• Impact On & Off the Field: Challenge the way we think and do to seek ways to grow the impact football has, influence industry thought leaders.
• Inclusive & Diverse Football for all: Football is embedded in the nation's social fabric, follows the story of Australia, be accessible for all
• A United Team: Bringing people together to unleash the power of football and to deliver the vision, we bring the team spirit to the game
• Trust: Building trust across the whole football community, be trusted custodians of the game, act with integrity and objectivity

WHAT WE OFFER

At Football Australia we want to look after our people and below are just some of the many benefits of joining our team:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Birthday Leave
• Study Leave
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle leave
• Paid Parental leave in addition to statutory government offering
• Volunteer leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partner discounts
• Workplace Banking Program
• Social Activities such as 5-a-side futsal

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Futsal Coach Education Coordinator is responsible for elevating the standard of Futsal coaching throughout Australia. This role involves designing and delivering educational programs that equip coaches with the necessary skills and knowledge to foster player development and promote participation. By working collaboratively with Member Federations and other stakeholders, the coordinator will ensure coaching practices align with national standards and contribute to a cohesive Futsal ecosystem. This position is integral to Football Australia's strategy to effectively control, organise, promote, grow, and administer Futsal on a national scale.

Please note that this role is fixed term until 9th December 2026

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Implement the national Futsal coaching accreditation framework in collaboration with Football Australia’s technical department.
• Deliver structured coach education programs, including certification courses, online learning and practical workshops.
• Develop online education modules for all Futsal certificate courses.
• Develop online education modules for Continuing Professional Development hours.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to access footage and cut clips from National Team and major tournament matches to be used in online modules and courses.
• Develop face to face content for coach education courses.
• Develop course outlines and assessment procedures and rubrics for coach education courses.
• Work with Member Federations to plan an annual calendar of courses to be rolled out throughout Australia with clear registration periods.
• Work with Member Federations to identify and develop coaching education tutors around Australia.
• Work with Member Federations to identify and develop coaching talent at all levels.
• Enhance coaching development pathways, from grassroots participation to high-performance levels.
• Support mentorship and ongoing professional development for coaches.
• Promote best practice coaching and player development models tailored for Futsal.
• Ensure alignment with FIFA, AFC, and Football Australia coaching standards.
• Provide technical guidance and resources to Member Federations to enhance local coaching initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Referee Education Coordinator to ensure coaches and referees operate with a unified understanding of the game.
• Work with the Marketing & Communications Coordinator to promote coaching education programs and increase awareness of development opportunities.
• Report regularly to the General Manager – Coach Education and General Manager – Futsal on coaching education progress, challenges, and achievements.

A full copy of the position description can be found here.

ABOUT YOU

Experience, Skills and Qualifications: 

• Experience in coaching education, training, or development.
• Strong knowledge of FIFA, AFC and Football Australia coaching accreditation systems.
• Ability to deliver structured coach education programs.
• Ability to write educational content.
• Experience in mentoring and developing coaches at all levels.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in learning management systems and online education tools.
• A full list of experience, skills and qualifications can be found in the above position description

Additional Requirements: 

• Full working rights in Australia
• Working with children check (paid/employee) or state-based equivalent 
• International Criminal History Record for each country (other than Australia) in which you have resided for 12 months or more in the last 10 years (if applicable)
• Out of hours and weekend work as required

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume. 

Application Closing Date: Friday 30th May 2025

Football Australia are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our values and behaviours support and encourage an environment that sees its people drive impact on and off the pitch, are trusting in each other, united to achieve and embrace an inclusive environment.

We encourage applications from people who identify as female or non-binary, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island people, people with disabilities and people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you require support or advice with your application, please contact us.

In submitting an application, you agree to our collection statement. To review, head to the following link: footballaustralia.com.au/jobs/collection-statement