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About us
Essendon FC - “The Bombers” - are a professional sporting team in the Australian Football League. As home to 5 sporting teams, we run our AFL men’s and women’s programs, VFL women’s and men’s programs, and a wheelchair football team. But we’re more than the game. Not only do we exist to win premierships, we aim to give back to our loyal membership base, and importantly, our community. We understand and take seriously the impact we have on social outcomes and work tirelessly to ensure these are positive, from our partnership with The Long Walk, to our indigenous pathway programs. To do this, we have strong commercial partnerships and innovate with non-traditional ventures, such as our Essendon Education Academy, so that we can deliver world class events, give back to our fans, run community programs and ultimately, strive toward our next premiership.
We are on the hunt for two keys roles to round out our 2024 AFLW season coaching panel including: AFLW Assistant Coach and AFLW Development Coach.
AFLW Assistant Coach
Reporting to the AFLW Senior Coach, you will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary football department. As our AFLW Assistant Coach, you will provide expertise to our playing group, demonstrate strong communication with key stakeholders and contribute to a strong learning environment. As our AFLW Assistant Coach, you will be responsible for:
- Providing coaching, teaching and developmental support to the AFLW playing group.
- Providing assistance and coaching support to the AFLW Senior Coach.
- Working with the Senior Coach to implement EFC team strategies and structures to the AFLW playing group.
- Assist with all training sessions, match committee and match day requirements.
- Meeting with line group and individual players to give feedback on game and training performance.
- Working closely with players to implement individual performance plans through craft and education.
- Strong communication with the medical and high performance team to ensure an understanding of the ability of each player to participate in training and games.
- Ensuring a high level of communication and trust between key stakeholders within the broader football department.
- Being aware of player wellbeing and communicating concerns with appropriate staff.
- Act as visible role model and deliver on our values in decision making, behaviour and actions.
AFLW Development Coach
Reporting to the AFLW Senior Coach, you will be responsible for nurturing the talent and skills of AFLW athletes within our Club. Working closely with players at various levels, to enhance their football abilities, tactical understanding, and overall performance. As an AFLW Development Coach you will be responsible for:
- Work closely with individual players to assess their strengths, and areas for improvement.
- Design and execute development strategies to enhance and fast track player progression.
- Design and implement training programs focused on enhancing fundamental football skills.
- Utilise innovative drills, exercises, and simulations to simulate game-like scenarios and facilitate skill acquisition.
- Developing the players technical and tactical knowledge through craft sessions.
- Assist in the design and implementation of the training program to ensure it provides a link between the way we train and the way we play.
About you
- We invite coaches from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for these roles. To be considered for the role, candidates must have the following skills and experiences: Excellent football knowledge and articulation of the game.
- Ability to teach football fundamentals and break down specific skills and roles.
- High level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to form professional and respectful relationships with players and broader football staff.
- A thorough understanding of game strategies, playing styles and opposition analysis.
- Ability to plan and execute drills and training sessions.
- Exceptional work ethic and ability to provide a high level of energy in the workplace as well as work irregular hours around AFLW training and games.
- Previous experience at an AFL, state league, or NAB league level.
- Minimum Level 2 coaching qualification.
- Exhibit high levels of personal ethics and integrity in decision making, management and leadership behaviours.
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Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.
We pride ourselves on creating an environment of shared spirit of passion, innovation, and inclusivity. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is fundamental to our success. We are united in upholding our Club-wide values and are consistently setting the benchmark both on and off the field as we strive to win our next premierships. And we wouldn’t be an elite footy club if we didn’t celebrate. All our wins matter, on and off the field, we love to reward and recognise our people from monthly barbecues to tickets to the Crichton Medal.
To Apply
Please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting will commence immediately. Please include in your cover letter why you are a great fit for this role, and why you want to work with Essendon Football Club. Cover letters should be no more than two pages and outline what you can bring to this position.
With our commitment to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld. This includes ensuring all our people hold a valid employee Working with Children/Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.
All applications will be treated with respect and confidentiality, including timely responses.
We politely ask not to be approached by recruitment agencies at this time.
Essential Requirements
- Human Movement / Coaching / Exercise / Sports Science Degree
- Level 2 Coaching Accreditation
- National Police / Criminal History Check
- Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check