Football Federation Australia (FFA) and Football Federation South Australia (FFSA) are seeking applications for the above position. The position will be based at FFSA Office.
Working on behalf of FFSA in the area of game development and participation, the position will provide direction, education & support to FFSA, its Zones, Associations and clubs to implement and deliver game development and participation initiatives as stated in the National Football Development Plan.
These include and are not limited to small-sided games, Telstra football anytime, schools football, women and girls football, volunteer programs, grassroots coaching and inclusive initiatives including disabled and Indigenous programs.
For a copy of the Position description go to the employment & positions vacant section of www.footballaustralia.com.au
Covering letter and resume to address the key areas of responsibility and competency required can be emailed torecruitment@footballaustralia.com.auwith an identifying subject “Regional Participation Manager – FFSA” by Friday 3 October 2008.
http://www.ffsa.com.au/applications/assets/images/Regional%20Participation%20Manager%20-%20FFSA.pdf wrote:
Purpose of Role (Why does this role exist?)
In the area of Football Development, Football Federation Australia (FFA) strives to provide high quality leadership and support for the football community and stakeholders, which continually raises the overall technical standard of football in Australia, ensures opportunities for all and fosters life-long support for the game.
This will be achieved by establishing partnerships with Member Federations, in this instance Football Federation South Australia (FFSA); to support existing state based game development and participation programs and staff. These programs address the Game Development and participation initiatives of the FFA National Football Development Plan and aim to help maintain and strengthen participation and create a quality football experience quality for all.
· The position will play a key role in the coordination and implementation of small-sided games within both the club and school environment to meet the implementation plan of FFA and FFSA.
· The position will continue to focus on managing the implementation & delivery of the Telstra Football Anytime (TFA) program within FFSA
· The position will serve as a resource for FFSA and provide practical assistance to zones, associations and clubs in the delivery of the National Football Development Plan programs and initiatives. These include and not limited to schools football, women and girls football, grassroots coaching and inclusive initiatives such as disabled and Indigenous programs.
· The position will serve as a resource to assist FFA, FFSA and its zones, associations and clubs strengthen and maintain a strong working relationship in the area of participation and game development.
Knowledge, skills and behaviour required (Competency)
· Minimum Youth Licence Coach Accreditation Certificate
· Experience and knowledge of grassroots football
· Highly effective presentation and education skills to large groups of people
· Demonstrated experience working with volunteers in sport
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Proven experience in the implementation and delivery of community based sports programs
· Ability to manage a small team of casual staff and program deliverers
· Highly organised with a strong attention to detail
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Major interactions (eg ….with FFA departments, ….with external bodies)
· FFA National Participation Manager & Game Development Department
· FFSA Coaching and Development Manager and Football Development staff
· Adelaide United FC – Hyundai A-League Club
· Football Community – Zones, Associations, clubs and volunteers
Unique Criteria (eg unique work hours, significant travel, significant periods of work remote from office)
· A need for weekend work as required
· A need to work flexible hours and outside regular working hours
· A significant amount of travel within FFSA,
· Football Federation Northern Territory and to FFA Head Office, Sydney (from time to time)
I've thought about it. Looks like a great job, and I could handle all the requirements but the incentives would have to be good to get me away from the family business (but I'm still thinking)
