Touch Football Australia (TFA) is the national governing body for Touch Football in Australia. TFA has a strategic alliance with the National Rugby League (NRL) and operates in alignment with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), working collaboratively with State and Territory partners to deliver the sport from grassroots to elite.

As part of TFA's strategic plan "The Next Play" (2026-2032), TFA is committed to delivering innovative, participation-focused strategies that grow the game at grassroots and elite levels. Guided by our organisational values of United, Inclusive, Integrity, and Excellence, the Club and Competition Development Officer – South Australia plays a critical role in growing community competitions, expanding the affiliate network, and building the capacity of clubs to deliver high-quality Touch Football experiences.

This role focuses on driving participation growth in City Touch competition, supporting state competitions and events, expanding the number of affiliates across South Australia, and developing the capability of volunteers and clubs to deliver sustainable programs and competitions.

Child Safe Statement

Touch Football Australia is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all Children/Young People that are involved in our sport. Our policies and procedures seek to address risks to Child safety and to establish Child safe culture and practices.

Our Values

• United - We work together, connect communities and foster strong relationships across the sport.
• Excellence - We pursue high performance, continuous improvement and quality in everything we do.
• Inclusion - We champion diversity, belonging and accessibility, ensuring our sport is welcoming for all.
• Integrity - We act with honesty, transparency and fairness, protecting the reputation and trust of our game.

TFA is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, genders, and abilities.

Location

Touch Football SA Office, Kilkenny, SA. TFA has a strong belief in the benefits of providing flexible working arrangements and will discuss options with the successful candidate.

Primary Purpose of the Role

The Club and Competition Development Officer - South Australia is responsible for driving participation growth in community competitions, expanding and strengthening the affiliate network, and building the capacity of clubs to deliver high-quality Touch Football experiences across South Australia.

Reporting to the State Manager - South Australia, this role coordinates City Touch competition operations, supports state competitions and events, and develops affiliate capability through training, resources, and practical support to grow sustainable participation.

This role requires strong organisational skills, stakeholder management capability, attention to detail in competition administration, and the ability to build productive relationships with volunteers, affiliates, and community partners.

Job Responsibilities

Competition Coordination

• Identify opportunities and develop strategies to establish new affiliates across South Australia.
• Build strong relationships with affiliates and provide practical support including governance, policies, systems, and best-practice guidance.
• Deliver training, workshops, and resources to build affiliate capability and volunteer capacity.
• Support affiliates with MySideline implementation and ongoing platform support.
• Facilitate regular meetings and networking opportunities between affiliates to share best practices.

Affiliate Growth and Development

• Identify opportunities and support the State Manager to develop strategies to establish new affiliates across South Australia.
• Build strong relationships with affiliates and provide practical support including governance, policies, systems, and best-practice guidance.
• Support the State Manager to deliver training, workshops, and resources to build affiliate capability and volunteer capacity.
• Support Affiliates with MySideline implementation and ongoing platform support.
• Facilitate regular meetings and networking opportunities between affiliates to share best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement and Events

• Provide elevated customer service to volunteers, officials, referees, Affiliates and participants.
• Build and maintain relationships with local councils and community organisations.
• Assist with coordination and delivery of state events including presentation nights, season launches, and carnivals.
• Represent TFA at affiliate events, meetings, and community forums as required.
• Review participant and affiliate experiences to drive continuous improvement and report on performance.

Key Relationships

• Reports directly to the State Manager - South Australia
• Works closely with South Australian affiliates and volunteers
• Collaborates with TFA national staff and State and Territory partners
• Engages with local councils and community organisations.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential

• Demonstrated success in delivering competitions and events in sport or community settings.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to work with volunteers and committees.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• High-level computer literacy including Excel, Word, and online platforms.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work autonomously.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for competition delivery.
• Current driver's licence and access to personal vehicle.
• Hold or be eligible to hold Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Desirable

• Experience in sport development or community sport coordination.
• Knowledge, understanding and passion for Touch Football.
• Experience with MySideline or similar competition management platforms.
• Experience delivering volunteer training or capability building programs.
• Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate.