About Us
As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game – from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programmes, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game for everyone to love and connect with Australia's game.
The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
About The Role
The Umpiring Coordinator – Northwest role is responsible for delivering on the umpiring strategy in northern Tasmania, taking on the key duties relating to recruitment and administration for umpiring.
AFL Tasmania has a goal of recruiting 50% more umpires by 2028 and the Umpiring Coordinator - North role will play a key role in delivering recruitment programs against growth targets in northwest Tasmania.
The role will work closely with all umpiring groups in the region (including the NWUA) in building the base of umpiring in northwest Tasmania and ensuring a clear high performance umpiring pathway and an excellent level of umpire coaching in-region. The role is based in northwestern Tasmania and is focused on delivering recruitment programs and in supporting the key administration duties in the operations of umpiring for the northwest region.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF
* Deliver on AFL Tasmania's umpiring strategy in northwest Tasmania – with a focus on growing umpiring to new heights and on ensuring there is a clear umpiring pathway for aspirational umpires in Tasmania
* Ensure the northwest region engages with the umpire development pathway through providing and supporting development opportunities for talented umpires
* Deliver Women & Girls Action plan initiatives in the northwest region
* Appointing and supporting umpire coaches across all three disciplines
* Deliver recruitment activities in the pre-season and early season, including come and try days, school-based activities, playing club-based activities – other outreach social events
* Work closely with local associations on key umpiring matters to ensure culture of continuous improvement of umpiring
* Coordinate the appointment and payment of umpires in-season
* Providing specific dedicated support for the retention of umpires within the local market – reward and recognition initiatives
* Delivering other operational requirements (not limited to apparel, equipment management & ground bookings) in collaboration with AFL Tasmania staff and umpiring bodies.
* Support and contribute to key projects within and outside of core role which contribute to the success of the broader team
OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER
* Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn and contribute a variety of innovative ideas.
* Engaging interpersonal skills with the willingness to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
* Ability to work outside core business hours, inclusive of regional travel as required.
* Ability to work effectively unsupervised whilst a member of a team.
* A track record of managing multiple tasks and prioritising projects to ensure timely delivery
* Proficient problem‐solving skills
* Proficiency in use of computers, document presentation and of Microsoft applications
Mandatory
* Experience in working with children and young people
* Well‐developed verbal and written communication, interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills
* Tasmanian Driver's License
* Current Working with Vulnerable Children Check
Desirable
* Experience volunteering or working with volunteers
* Sound knowledge of AFL or other relevant sporting environment
* Strong computer literacy to support AFL program requirements in the region
* Qualifications Sports Coaching / Management, Recreation, Education or equivalent depth of experience
OUR CULTURE
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THE PERKS
* Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
* My Development – lean into the AFL's My Development programme consisting of on‐the‐job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
* Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing programme centred around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace
* My Benefits – with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts
* AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!
Applications Close 6 March 2026
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