ABOUT US
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 national, developing excellence at every level
Mission: Working with our stakeholders everyday – 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:
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Welcome: Open doors, open minds, open hearts – and respect
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Ready: Always ready, Always ahead
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Connect: Together, united
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Excel: Our best, every day in every way
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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:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Birthday Leave
- Study Leave
- Wellbeing & Lifestyle leave
- Paid Parental leave in addition to statutory government offering
- Volunteer leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Partner discounts
- Workplace Banking Program
- Social Activities such as 5-a-side futsal
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary purpose of the Executive Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the SLT by providing proactive, high-quality executive and administrative support. Reporting to the EA to the CEO, this role requires a dynamic, highly organised professional who can build trusted relationships, connect with the business, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
They require a strong background in administrative support, with several years in a similar role. They possess excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking skills.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide proactive executive and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team, enabling focus on strategic priorities
- Manage SLT diaries, meetings, schedules, interviews, key events and travel arrangements
- Coordinate meetings, agendas, papers, minutes/actions and virtual or in‑person logistics
- Oversee travel and stakeholder logistics, including VIP, match day, corporate and governing body engagements
- Manage correspondence, documentation, records, reporting and workflow across SLT priorities
- Support projects, CEO Office activities and the EA to the CEO as required
ROLE OUTCOMES/ DELIVERABLES
- Ensure efficient, well‑prioritised calendar and schedule management for the SLT, resolving conflicts proactively
- Deliver clear, timely and professional communication, including drafting accurate correspondence and documents
- Coordinate domestic and international travel, producing detailed itineraries and managing expenses and records
- Prepare and support meetings and events, including agendas, materials and logistical coordination
- Provide project and administrative support, tracking actions, timelines and maintaining organised records
- Handle confidential information with discretion, providing reliable and trusted executive support
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Strong time management with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage schedules and meet deadlines
- Clear, professional verbal and written communication with strong interpersonal skills
- Highly organised, capable of managing records, workflows and multiple priorities simultaneously
- Technically proficient with office systems and tools (e.g. Microsoft Office, scheduling and CRM platforms)
- Detail‑oriented problem solver with sound judgement and decision‑making capability
- Trusted, adaptable and proactive, able to handle confidential information and shifting priorities
QUALIFICATIONS
- A diploma or equivalent, strong organisational and communication skills, proficiency in office software, discretion in handling confidential information, and several years of administrative experience. Additionally, relevant Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications such as a Certificate III or IV in Business Administration are often preferred.
Application close date – 15th April 2026
Please submit your application with a resume and cover letter
