October 1, 2024

The AFL

OTHER

Strength & Conditioning Coordinator

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 so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

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

The Strength & Conditioning coach will oversee, develop, and deliver all aspects of physical preparation for the NT Talent Academy programs. Your fundamental role will be to provide an elite training environment for talented players to reach their full potential.

This is a fixed term seasonal role until 31 August 2025, which involves approximately 10hours per week!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Key Accountabilities:

Strength & Conditioning

Design and implement a strength and conditioning program that exposes athletes to an age-appropriate, progressive, and challenging strength training stimulus to promote long-term athlete development.
Design and implement appropriate conditioning programs for pre-season and in-season competition phases.

Sports Science

Apply feedback from High-Performance Lead regarding internal (Smartabase) and external (GPS) load monitoring, to assist in optimal preparation of athletes.
Monitor and provide feedback to High-Performance lead and coaches on training sessions.

Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

Collaborate with medical staff to facilitate an engaging rehabilitation process and individualized return to perform programs for injured athletes where appropriate.

OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER

Core Competencies:

A degree in Exercise Science or equivalent
A willingness to work flexible hours (2 training nights + Game Day)
ASCA Level 1 (Level 2 preferred)
Current Working with Children Check (ochre card)

Desirable skills

Experience using Catapult GPS software and technology.

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
AFL Silver Memberships – permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends!

Applications Close: 29 November 2024