About Us

Touch Football Australia (TFA) is the national governing body for Touch Football and operates in strategic partnership with the National Rugby League (NRL). As one of the largest participation sports in the country, we are proud to deliver an experience that is fun, inclusive, and accessible to all.

We are passionate about growing our game and delivering excellence through our values - Rip In, Stick Tight, Take the High Road, and Be Forward Focused. Now, we’re looking for someone to join our WA team to lead referee education and operations with energy, purpose, and community connection.

About the Role

As the Referee Development & Operations Coordinator, you’ll lead the rollout of our new Referee Education and Development Framework across Western Australia.

This role will play a critical part in growing and retaining our referee workforce, ensuring referees at all levels, from grassroots to representative, receive the training, support, and progression opportunities they need.

You will work closely with affiliates, referee directors, and national staff to embed best practices and deliver a high-quality referee experience across the state.

Key Responsibilities

Framework Implementation

• Roll out TFA’s Referee Education and Development Framework across WA
• Develop and deliver implementation plans and measurable outcomes
• Adapt national resources for local application while maintaining consistency

Education & Training

• Coordinate and deliver Affiliate Referee courses and workshops
• Support referee accreditation and training pathways
• Recruit and develop a panel of local course facilitators and referee coach educators

Pathway Development

• Build structured pathways from affiliate to representative level
• Support referee grading at events and develop high-potential officials
• Enhance mentorship programs like RADAR to support referee growth

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with affiliate clubs, referee directors, and volunteers
• Promote referee recruitment and retention across the touch football community
• Represent WA in national referee development forums

Program Evaluation

• Monitor referee participation, retention, and progression
• Provide regular reporting and contribute to continuous improvement

What You’ll Need

• Experience in sports officiating, development, or administration
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
• High-level organisational and self-management skills
• Knowledge of officiating principles (Touch Football preferred but not essential)
• Ability to deliver training and development programs
• Current Working with Children Check and Drivers Licence
• Willingness to travel regionally and work outside standard hours when required

Desirable Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in sport management or related discipline
• Current or past Touch Football referee accreditation
• Familiarity with modern officiating principles and the Australian Physical Literacy Framework

How to Apply

Click Apply Now to submit your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We reserve the right to interview prospective applicants prior to the application closing date.