First Nations Player Development Manager
Core
Provide dedicated, culturally safe, and holistic support to First Nations AFL, AFLW, and Next Generation Academy players while driving culturally informed programs and contributing to the Club's Reconciliation Action Plan.
Role type
First Nations Player Development Manager
Builds
Culturally safe environments, player induction programs, and community engagement initiatives for First Nations athletes.
Domain
Sports (AFL) + Indigenous Cultural Safety
Required skills
Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, program or project development, community engagement, cultural education planning, stakeholder relationship building
Preferred skills
Knowledge of AFL pathways and programs, experience working with young people and families
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Deliver cultural, wellbeing, and development support to First Nations players; coordinate planning and delivery of cultural education initiatives and key events; engage First Nations players and families across the NGA zone; provide culturally informed guidance to AFL and AFLW recruiting; develop and support cultural awareness training for staff and players; participate on the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group; support community engagement and facilitate player involvement with the Community Foundation
Seniority
Mid-level, part-time (up to 3 days/week)