Game Development Officer - Katherine

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 programs, 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

Supported by the Football Development Lead - Big Rivers, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of AFL programs in Katherine and the Big Rivers region.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

• Support the Football Development Lead - Big Rivers to deliver youth AFL competitions in Katherine
• Delivering AFL participation programs – including: Auskick, Superkick, NINES and school programs
• Deliver school-based AFL programs
• Conduct football promotions from time to time
• Record basic data
• Support the engagement of youth in talent programs
  
  

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

• A fun and enthusiastic nature with a passion for working with youth
• Dedicated to work and reliable
• Strong communication skills with a variety of people
• Hold an Ochre Card (Working With Children Check) or have the ability to obtain
• Interested in AFL
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply
  
  

Applications close: 17 February 2026