Media and Communications Manager

Football Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Workplace Banking Program

Social activities (5-a-side futsal)

Job summary

Football Australia is seeking a Manager – Media and Communications to lead media and communications activity, promoting Football Australia’s narrative across the game and its stakeholders with a focus on corporate communications.

Working with the Head of Media and Communications and the broader Marketing, Engagement and Corporate Affairs team, you will ensure messaging is coherent, engaging and aligned with strategic priorities, while supporting national teams, major events and safeguarding the

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in media, communications or a related field.
• Proven organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of media industry practices and relationships across TV, print, radio and digital.
• Ability to manage projects within tight deadlines and align with corporate strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver media and communications initiatives aligned with Football Australia’s values and Corporate Strategy.
• Support competitions, national teams and major events through media planning and delivery.
• Identify media opportunities for events including launches, team announcements, speeches and AGM.
• Produce media releases, guides, Q&As, speeches and digital content.

Skills

Media communications

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Stakeholder relations

Education

Degree in Communications

Job description

Purpose: To lead, promote, unite, develop and regulate football

Vision: To unite and elevate Australian football to become a world class, globally respected system to inspire our nation, developing excellence at every level

Mission: Working with our stakeholders every day to build the capability, capacity and capital we need now and in the future to transform every football dream into reality.

To achieve the above, we live by our company values which are:

• Ready: Always ready, Always ahead
• Connect: Together, united
• Excel: Our best, every day in every way
• Protect: Guarding the game, Securing the future

WHAT WE OFFER

At Football Australia we want to look after our people and below are just some of the many benefits of joining our team:

• Paid Parental Leave in addition to statutory government offering
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Workplace Banking Program
• Social activities such as 5-a-side futsal

BACKGROUND OF THE ROLE

The Manager – Media and Communications is responsible for developing and executing compelling media and communications activity that promotes Football Australia’s narrative across the game and its stakeholders, with a particular focus on corporate communications.

Working closely with the Head of Media and Communications and the broader Marketing, Engagement and Corporate Affairs team, this role ensures Football Australia’s messaging is consistent, engaging and aligned with its strategic priorities.

The position supports Football Australia’s competitions, national teams and major events, while helping to protect and enhance the reputation of Football Australia and the broader game. Domestic travel will be required.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver media and communications initiatives aligned with Football Australia’s values and Corporate Strategy
• Support Football Australia competitions, national teams and major events through effective media planning and delivery
• Identify and develop media opportunities for events including season launches, team announcements, speeches, awards nights and Annual General Meetings
• Produce high-quality public-facing materials, including media releases, guides, Q&As, talking points, speeches and digital content
• Prepare speech notes, briefing papers and media materials for Football Australia’s CEO, Chair, executives and key stakeholders
• Support media management for the Socceroos and CommBank Matildas
• Manage media accreditation processes for competitions and international matches
• Coordinate the development of Football Australia’s Annual Report and media arrangements for the Annual General Meeting
• Monitor sporting and social media trends, news cycles and policy developments to proactively inform communications activity
• Ensure internal communications align with external messaging to maintain a consistent organisational narrative
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, broadcast partners, stadium managers, Member Federations and affiliated bodies
• Work with Marketing and Digital Content teams to coordinate content for broadcast partners and digital platforms
• Maintain documented procedures and systems across media and communications activities
• Ensure communications comply with relevant regulatory requirements, ethical standards, brand guidelines and approved budgets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• At least five years’ experience in media, communications or a related field
• Proven organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong understanding of the Australian football landscape, including its cultural diversity and global environment
• In-depth knowledge of media industry practices, with established relationships across television, print, radio and digital platforms
• Demonstrated ability to manage media, public relations and corporate communications projects within tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, supported by strong research capabilities
• Experience in a senior media or communications role within government or a sporting organisation is highly regarded
• Familiarity with Football Australia’s Corporate Strategy is desirable

QUALIFICATIONS

• Tertiary qualification in Communications or a related discipline is desirable

Applications close on Tuesday 27 October 2026; however, we encourage you to apply early as Football Australia may commence the recruitment process and close applications ahead of the advertised deadline if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.