Game Development Officer - Top End

About the role

The AFL is looking for a Game Development Officer (casual) to help grow participation in Australian football across Darwin and the Top End. You will deliver fun, safe and inclusive football experiences for children and young people in schools, clubs and community settings, supported and trained to engage diverse groups. The role offers flexible working hours and the chance to contribute to other AFL programmes and events.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive AFL Auskick programmes and support clubs to deliver high-quality Auskick experiences
• Lead AFL clinics for primary and secondary school students
• Assist with school football competitions and gala days
• Support event set-up, umpiring, scoring and timekeeping
• Ensure the equipment needed for programmes is available and ready
• Create safe, consistent and enjoyable environments for participants
• Provide programme support to the Football Development Lead, Top End Communities

Required profile

• Ability to communicate effectively with primary and secondary school-aged children
• Commitment to delivering fun, safe and inclusive experiences
• Interest in Australian football and growing participation in the game
• Valid Employee Ochre Card or ability to obtain one, and a current First Aid Certificate
• Successful Working with Children/Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check

What we offer

• Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment
• Coaching, mentoring, on-the-job learning and formal development
• A health and wellbeing programme
• Access to partner offers and discounts through AFL Corporate Partners

Applications close 30 October 2026. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply, and the AFL welcomes all candidates even if they do not meet every requirement.