ABOUT US

Football Integration Development Association (FIDA) is an ACNC registered Charity that operates an Australian Football League for people with an Intellectual Impairment. Since 1991 FIDA has grown into the lead sporting organisation for people with an intellectual impairment in Australia, providing opportunity for over 800 athletes and their families to access the game they love week in week out. However, FIDA is about so much more than just football. For participants FIDA provides access to a community, physical and mental health and wellbeing, support & advocacy networks and above all the chance to create and maintain lifelong friendships.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing all FIDA Football conferences across Victoria
• Developing fixture(s) that allows for the best possible player experience across all FIDA conferences/competitions
• Maintaining the PlayHQ system to ensure all players, coach & volunteer registrations are accurate
• Ensure adherence to all match day policies
• Provide education opportunities for clubs, coaches and players to ensure continual development
• Accurate record keeping for all matches
• Managing all eligibility, player transfers, permit arrangement and community league agreements to ensure competition integrity
• Developing and implementing a best practice Tribunal process
• Developing and implementing a FIDA Umpiring program and ensuring all matches are officiated to the highest standard
• Continuing to develop new participation opportunities for people with an intellectual impairment
• Supporting the FIDA General Manager with events, marketing and engagement opportunities from time to time as required

IDEALLY YOU HAVE

• Minimum 3 years experience in a management role
• Experience working with people with a disability and their families
• Understanding of the AFL industry and related community programs
• Demonstrated experience in football operations or experience in a similar sport
• Well-developed written, verbal & interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated personal initiative and ability to work unsupervised
• Current Australian Drivers Licence
• Valid Working With Children Check (Victoria)

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

You’re a people-person and you love building meaningful relationships

You have an innate social intelligence. Your greatest skill is establishing, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with all types of people.

You know what you’re doing

You can handle just about anything that comes your way, be it operational headaches, club governance issues or people - you’ve got it covered.

You’re a problem solver with great attention to detail

You thrive in a small business environment. You are agile, resilient to change and proactive when you see an issue. No problem is too big or too small and you dot every I and cross every T. You pride yourself on your ability to create or find solutions.

You’re a great communicator

You are an astute listener. You communicate clearly. You write well. You can explain just about anything to anyone no matter how unique or difficult the situation and you’re comfortable communicating in writing, in person and on the phone.

You’re a hard worker and you have team spirit

You thrive in fast-paced environments with people that are constantly looking to innovate, enjoy challenges, and demand excellence. You thrive on new opportunities and aren't afraid to ‘get your hands dirty’.

You’re passionate about your work and what it means

You have integrity, persistence, patience, and a genuine desire to empower and better the professional lives of those you work alongside. You take ownership of the role and want to grow it to its full potential. You’re invested in truly making a difference.

WHY YOU WANT THIS JOB

Work life balance: Flexible work arrangements, including opportunities for remote work, to help you maintain a healthy work life balance.

Opportunity for impact: Work in a role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual impairments by contributing to their health, wellbeing, and social inclusion through football.

Growth: Be part of an organisation with the potential to grow, where you will have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and implement strategic initiatives, building on your leadership and business development skills.

Supportive environment: Join an organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and teamwork, with the opportunity to work alongside passionate people who are dedicated to the mission of FIDA.

Networking opportunities: Build relationships with key stakeholders across AFL, AFL Vic, government, sporting bodies, disability advocacy groups, and commercial partners.

Salary and benefits package: Competitive salary with the option for salary packaging.