AFL - Australian Football League
Game Development Officer - Lajamanu
AFL - Australian Football LeagueAustralia12 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
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 Remote Development Manager – Lajamanu, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of AFL programs in Lajamanu.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

  • Support the Remote Development Manager to deliver Youth and School AFL competitions and Carnivals in Lajamanu and Surrounding areas.
  • Support the Remote Development Manager to deliver the Kiwinyi League and Carnivals in Lajamanu and Surrounding areas
  • Delivering AFL participation programs – including Auskick, Superkick, NINES and school programs
  • Support the Remote Development Manager to support the local men’s and women’s teams in Lajamanu to be ready for the BRFL.
  • Conduct football promotions from time to time
  • Record basic data
  • Support the engagement of youth in talent programs.
  • Attend and Support Carnivals outside of Lajamanu from time to time
  • Support the Remote Development Manager to Support the Local AFL Club in Lajamanu.

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
  • Must Live in Lajamanu Community



OUR CULTURE

Please visit www.afl.com.au/careers/our-organisation

THE PERKS

  • Play The Day Your Way – a flexible approach to your working life
  • My Development – lean into the AFL’s My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning
  • Play Well – access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered 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

Applications Close

27 April 2026