Job Description
AFC WOMEN'S ASIAN CUP 2026 LOC OFFICE
The Kick-off Story
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has awarded Football Australia hosting rights for the 2026 edition of the AFC Women's Asian Cup. This marks Australia's second time hosting the event, after previously staging it in 2006, and follows the success of co-hosting the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
You will be part of a Local Organising Committee (LOC), which has been established for the sole purpose of delivering the 2026 edition of the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Australia.
This prestigious event will bring together 12 nations in a tournament structured into three groups of four. We are eager to create another tournament that celebrates women's football and multicultural Australia and also delivers legacy outcomes for football and Australian society more broadly.
If you need assistance in applying for this role, please reach out to our People team.
Your Next Big Match
Please note that this role is fixed term from January 2026 until March 2026.
Operational Planning
* Support delivery of local workforce plans, training and communications.
* Assist with uniforms, catering, transport, accommodation and workforce logistics.
* Help ensure safe, inclusive and consistent workforce spaces at venues.
Workforce Systems & Technology
* Maintain accurate workforce data in line with LOC processes.
* Support rostering, accreditation alignment and attendance tracking.
* Provide basic system support and troubleshooting.
Venue Workforce Operations (Tournament Time)
* Coordinate daily frontline workforce operations including check-in, breaks and wellbeing.
* Act as key contact for volunteers and program areas, providing direction and support.
* Support roster changes, issues management and workforce reporting.
Training & Readiness
* Coordinate local workforce training and venue-based briefings.
* Support uniform and accreditation distribution and tracking.
* Assist with efficient information and resource distribution.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
* Coordinate with internal teams such as Accreditation, Transport, Technology and Venues.
* Support supplier and external partner communications.
Communications, Recognition & Engagement
* Deliver local workforce communications and updates.
* Support volunteer recognition initiatives and positive workforce culture.
Knowledge Transfer
* Capture local learnings for post-tournament reporting.
* Contribute insights, data and volunteer stories.
What Gets You in the Game?
* 2-3+ years' experience in large-scale events, tournament workforce programs or volunteer management.
* Project management capability.
* Experience delivering complex operational programmes.
* Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders.
* Ability to build an inclusive, safe, positive workforce culture.
* Strong communication, judgement, problem solving and decision making skills.
* Experience working with government or major sporting organisations.
* Passion for volunteering and community engagement.
Offside Conditions
* Full working rights in Australia (please note that due to the fixed-term nature of the tournament, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position)
* Working with children check (paid/employee) or state-based equivalent
* Out of hours and weekend work as required
Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume.
The Women's Asian Cup 2026 LOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe, work environment that prioritizes child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Our values and behaviours promote a culture where individuals make an impact both on and off the pitch, united in the pursuit of excellence, building trust, and championing inclusivity. 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. In submitting an application, you agree to our collection statement. To review, head to the following link:
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