The Kickoff 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

The Manager - Event Technology, is responsible for managing and coordinating the Women’s Asian Cup 2026 (WAC26) venue technology activities and to provide comprehensive end to end support to the entire team and event.

Please note that this role is fixed term until April 2026.

• Lead the development of technology specifications, planning maintenance, redundancy, equipment procurement, and staff training to ensure all technical systems across venues are fit for purpose and operational at the highest standard
• Lead the development of tender requirements, managing the procurement process, supporting contract administration, supplier engagement, cost control, and overseeing technology installation, removal, and equipment allocation timelines
• Oversee supplier quality control for event technology installation, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, and resolving issues like technical malfunctions, design discrepancies, or last-minute changes
• Being the primary point of contact for the venue-based technology team, supporting design and technology needs, fostering collaboration, providing updates on progress, and coordinating communication with event team members, designers, and technicians
• Oversee the venue's technology budget and timeline, ensuring all financial targets and delivery deadlines are met
• Assist with the teardown of technology equipment, conducting post-event evaluations, and preparing a detailed report on successes, challenges, and recommendations for future events

*A full copy of the position description can be found here.

What Gets You in the Game?

• Major events experience with strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder relationship management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt quickly to change, and manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and venue compliance
• Strong analytical skills with a creative approach to delivering objectives
• Self-motivated, autonomous, and thrives in team environments while building relationships with stakeholders
• Must demonstrate the ability to work with agility, foster trust, embrace inclusivity, collaborate as one united team, and consistently strive for excellence

*A full list of experience, skills and qualifications can be found in the above position description.

Offside Conditions

• Full working rights in Australia
• Working with children check (paid/employee) or state-based equivalent 
• International Criminal History Record for each country (other than Australia) in which you have resided for 12 months or more in the last 10 years (if applicable)
• Out of hours and weekend work as required
• Our roles are based at Moore Park in Sydney

The Winning Team Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Access to National Team Match Tickets
• Partner Discounts and Offers
• Birthday and Thank You Leave

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume.  Application Closing Date: 27th of January, 2025.

The Women’s Asian Cup 2026 LOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a safe, inclusive 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: footballaustralia.com.au/jobs/collection-statement