Events Coordinator

AFL; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Development opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

AFL Silver Memberships

Job summary

AFL is seeking an Events Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of AFL and AFLW match day presentation across the season, including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals, and other events. You will work across live entertainment, stadium presentation, broadcast, operational and commercial requirements to coordinate elements and deliver engaging experiences for fans, clubs and partners.

You will own a portfolio of match day events, combining practical coordination with creative input

Qualifications

• Experience supporting event coordination, sports presentation or live events.
• Strong organizational and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned components of AFL/AFLW match day presentation including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals.
• Contribute to presentation concepts that enhance fan engagement and align with brand standards and broadcast objectives.
• Support production planning across staging, audio visual, lighting, pyrotechnics, entertainment and on-field presentation.
• Coordinate performers, entertainment talent and suppliers, including contracts, accreditation, schedules and on-site requirements.
• Prepare and maintain run sheets, production schedules, briefing documents and critical path plans.
• Collaborate with clubs, venues, broadcasters and commercial teams to deliver presentation outcomes.
• Support commercial and partner activations while balancing fan experience with broadcast and operational needs.
• Administer event budgets through quotes, PO’s, invoices and tracking.
• Assist with risk assessments, planning and compliance documentation for safe live delivery.
• Lead weekly operational meetings and share key information with the wider business.

Skills

Event coordination

Sports presentation

Live events

Stakeholder liaison

Budget tracking

Job description

At the AFL, we work across the country and at every level of the game, from grassroots to elite, helping shape the future of Australia's game.

Our teams grow and strengthen the game, create moments that bring fans and communities closer to it, and build what comes next for our people, our industry and the generations that follow.

Whether we are supporting clubs and competitions, developing coaches and umpires, delivering major events, growing participation or helping bring Marvel Stadium to life, we are united by a shared purpose to progress the game so more people can love it and connect with it.

We are values-led, ambitious and team-first, and we back our people to make a real impact.

Join the team shaping the future of Australia's game. This is your chance to do work that has real impact, in an organisation that moves fast, aims high and plays a meaningful role in the lives of millions across the country through football. Every role at the AFL helps progress the game, so more people can love it, connect with it and see what is possible through it. The opportunity Help create memorable match day experiences that bring fans closer to the game. As Events Coordinator, you will support the planning and delivery of AFL and AFLW match day presentation across the season, including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals, as well as other events throughout the year. Working across live entertainment, stadium presentation, broadcast, operational and commercial requirements, you will coordinate assigned event elements and contribute to engaging, well‑executed experiences for fans, clubs and partners. What you'll own You will coordinate and support a portfolio of match day and other AFL events, combining practical event coordination, creative contribution, stakeholder liaison and detailed operational delivery. You'll add value through:

• Coordinating assigned components of AFL and AFLW match day presentation, including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals
• Contributing to presentation concepts that strengthen fan engagement and align with AFL brand standards and broadcast objectives
• Supporting production planning across staging, audio visual, lighting, pyrotechnics, entertainment and on‑field presentation
• Coordinating performers, entertainment talent, ceremonial participants and suppliers, including contracts, accreditation, schedules and on‑site requirements
• Preparing and maintaining run sheets, production schedules, briefing documents and critical path plans
• Working with clubs, venues, broadcasters, commercial teams, suppliers and other stakeholders to coordinate information, deliverables and presentation outcomes
• Supporting commercial & partner activations while balancing fan experience, broadcast and operational requirements
• Administering event budgets through quote collation, purchase orders, invoice processing, budget tracking and supplier deliverables
• Assisting with risk assessments, operational planning and compliance documentation for safe and effective live event delivery
• Leading weekly operational meetings, collating key information from clubs and sharing it with the wider business

Company description:

At the AFL, we work across the country and at every level of the game, from grassroots to elite, helping shape the future of Australia's game.

Our teams grow and strengthen the game, create moments that bring fans and communities closer to it, and build what comes next for our people, our industry and the generations that follow.

Whether we are supporting clubs and competitions, developing coaches and umpires, delivering major events, growing participation or helping bring Marvel Stadium to life, we are united by a shared purpose to progress the game so more people can love it and connect with it.

We are values-led, ambitious and team-first, and we back our people to make a real impact.

Job description:

Join the team shaping the future of Australia's game. This is your chance to do work that has real impact, in an organisation that moves fast, aims high and plays a meaningful role in the lives of millions across the country through football. Every role at the AFL helps progress the game, so more people can love it, connect with it and see what is possible through it. The opportunity Help create memorable match day experiences that bring fans closer to the game. As Events Coordinator, you will support the planning and delivery of AFL and AFLW match day presentation across the season, including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals, as well as other events throughout the year. Working across live entertainment, stadium presentation, broadcast, operational and commercial requirements, you will coordinate assigned event elements and contribute to engaging, well‑executed experiences for fans, clubs and partners. What you'll own You will coordinate and support a portfolio of match day and other AFL events, combining practical event coordination, creative contribution, stakeholder liaison and detailed operational delivery. You'll add value through:

• Coordinating assigned components of AFL and AFLW match day presentation, including marquee rounds, finals and Grand Finals
• Contributing to presentation concepts that strengthen fan engagement and align with AFL brand standards and broadcast objectives
• Supporting production planning across staging, audio visual, lighting, pyrotechnics, entertainment and on‑field presentation
• Coordinating performers, entertainment talent, ceremonial participants and suppliers, including contracts, accreditation, schedules and on‑site requirements
• Preparing and maintaining run sheets, production schedules, briefing documents and critical path plans
• Working with clubs, venues, broadcasters, commercial teams, suppliers and other stakeholders to coordinate information, deliverables and presentation outcomes
• Supporting commercial & partner activations while balancing fan experience, broadcast and operational requirements
• Administering event budgets through quote collation, purchase orders, invoice processing, budget tracking and supplier deliverables
• Assisting with risk assessments, operational planning and compliance documentation for safe and effective live event delivery
• Leading weekly operational meetings, collating key information from clubs and sharing it with the wider business

What you'll bring

• Experience supporting event coordination, sports presentation, live events, hospitality or a related field, including internship or entry‑level experience
• The ability to coordinate multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• A developing understanding of event planning, logistics and operational delivery
• Experience working with venues, suppliers, production partners or external stakeholders
• Strong organisational capability and attention to detail
• Clear interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive and professional working relationships
• Experience preparing event documentation such as run sheets, event plans, guest lists and briefing materials
• Experience with financial administration, including budget tracking, purchase orders and invoice management
• The ability to collaborate across commercial, marketing, communications, football and operational teams
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach, with the judgement to take direction and ownership of assigned work

Why you'll love being on our team At the AFL, you will be part of a values‑led team that aims high, backs each other and brings energy, care and integrity to work that matters. This is a place where people play to win, play as one team and play with passion, while always staying grounded in fairness, inclusion and respect. We work hard, support each other and create the conditions for our people to grow, perform and thrive. What you can look forward to:

• Play The Day Your Way, our flexible approach to working life, built to support you on game day and every day
• My Development, with coaching, mentoring, on‑the‑job learning and formal development to help you keep building your game
• Play Well, our health and wellbeing programme designed to support a healthy body, healthy mind and healthy workplace
• My Benefits, giving you access to a range of partner offers and discounts through our AFL Corporate Partners
• AFL Silver Memberships for permanent team members, so you can enjoy the action at Marvel Stadium and the MCG with family and friends
• 6 months paid primary parental leave with no qualification period for permanent team members

Everyone has a place here Our game brings people together, and we want our workplace to do the same. We are committed to building a culture of belonging and an environment where people feel respected, included and able to thrive, and where diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Whether you're a footy fan or new to our game, we welcome everyone to apply. We know great candidates don't always tick every box. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. 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. Ready to play your part? Applications close 30 October 2026

We offer:

What you can look forward to:

Play The Day Your Way, our flexible approach to working life, built to support you on game day and every day

My Development, with coaching, mentoring, on‑the‑job learning and formal development to help you keep building your game

Play Well, our health and wellbeing programme designed to support a healthy body, healthy mind and healthy workplace

My Benefits, giving you access to a range of partner offers and discounts through our AFL Corporate Partners

AFL Silver Memberships for permanent team members, so you can enjoy the action at Marvel Stadium and the MCG with family and friends

6 months paid primary parental leave with no qualification period for permanent team members