Do you want to help shape the future of community officiating across Australia. 

Touch Football Australia is seeking an organised, passionate and community-focused professional to drive the recruitment, retention and development of referees and referee coaches across the country. 

About Us 

Touch Football Australia (TFA) is the national governing body for Touch Football in Australia. Through our strategic alliance with the NRL and collaboration with State and Territory partners, we deliver opportunities from grassroots participation through to international representation. 

About the Role 

Reporting to the Officiating Performance and Pathways Manager, this role is responsible for growing and strengthening the community officiating workforce across Australia. You will coordinate education programs, support community referee pathways, champion diversity initiatives and work closely with volunteers, affiliates and State and Territory partners to improve the referee experience. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Deliver referee recruitment and retention initiatives across Australia. 
• Support diversity and inclusion programs within officiating. 
• Coordinate referee and referee coach education programs, webinars and resources. 
• Support delivery of the Referee Education and Development Framework. 
• Provide operational and administrative support for national and state events and programs
• Build strong relationships with affiliates, referee panels and volunteers. 
• Analyse participation and workforce data to identify trends and opportunities. 

About You 

You are a strong coordinator and relationship builder who enjoys working with volunteers and sporting communities. You bring excellent communication skills, an understanding of community sport and a passion for creating positive development opportunities for officials. 

Why Join Touch Football Australia? 

Join a national sporting organisation committed to growth, innovation and excellence. You will contribute to the development of thousands of community officials while helping create a sustainable future for Touch Football across Australia. 

Location and Benefits 

Based in Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra or Melbourne, with flexible working arrangements available. Salary: $60,000 plus superannuation. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

At Touch Football Australia, Inclusion is a core value that guides how we work, lead and engage with each other and our community. We are committed to creating a workplace and sporting environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We believe our differences make us stronger and that fostering a culture of belonging enables people and organisations to thrive.

We expect all employees to contribute to an environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying and exclusion, and to treat colleagues, participants, volunteers and stakeholders with dignity and respect. 

We proudly support diversity in all its forms, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all genders, sexual orientations and identities. We are committed to ensuring LGBTQ+ employees and participants feel safe, included and able to bring their whole selves to our workplace and our sport. 

All employees are expected to uphold these principles and comply with relevant laws, organisational policies and behavioural standards that promote a fair, safe and inclusive environment for everyone.