National Participation Programs Manager

Touch Football Australia | Sydney CBD NSW | AU

Were Hiring: National Participation Programs Manager

Preferred location: Sydney | Flexible in Brisbane or Canberra | Hybrid Work Arrangements Available

Band 3 National Program Manager | Full-Time | TFA Certified Agreement (2020-2024)

Are you passionate about growing inclusive sport programs that create real impact in schools and communities? Join Touch Football Australia (TFA) as our new National Participation Programs Manager and help shape the future of Australias leading community sport.

About Us

Touch Football Australia is the national governing body for Touch Football, proudly partnering with the NRL and delivering sport to more than 600,000 participants annually. Our focus is on inclusivity, innovation, and accessibility—ensuring every Australian has the opportunity to experience our dynamic game.

About the Role

This role leads the design and delivery of TFAs national participation programs—including All Abilities, Sporting Schools, school engagement initiatives, and new program innovation. Youll work closely with state offices, affiliates, and community organisations to ensure participation offerings are scalable, inclusive, and aligned with TFAs national strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive national strategy and growth across all participation programs

  • Lead the development of All Abilities and culturally inclusive offerings

  • Oversee school engagement initiatives including Teacher Ambassadors & Endorsement Framework

  • Innovate and pilot new social, school or community-based participation products

  • Support affiliates with scalable tools, training, and delivery frameworks

  • Measure impact through data and KPIs, and contribute to strategic planning

  • Collaborate with Marketing and Digital to deliver program campaigns and resources

  • Assist with grant applications, education partnerships, and community funding

What Were Looking For

  • 5+ years in participation, education, or sport program management (preferably in a federated model)

  • Demonstrated success in leading inclusive programs and school-based initiatives

  • Strong understanding of grassroots sport delivery, innovation, and scaling models

  • Experience engaging CALD and All Abilities communities

  • Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills

  • Experience developing toolkits, frameworks, and scalable delivery models

  • Strategic mindset and ability to translate insights into impactful action

  • Knowledge of Touch Football is a bonus - but not essential

Why Join TFA?

  • Deliver programs that make a real difference in schools and communities

  • Help shape inclusive participation for the next generation

  • Work with passionate teams across sport, schools, and government

  • Flexible working options with a national impact

Apply Now

Submit your application, including a cover letter outlining why youre interested and why youd be a great fit for the role.

For more information, visit touchfootball.com.au

Touch Football Australia values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


Information :

  • Company : Touch Football Australia
  • Position : National Participation Programs Manager
  • Location : Sydney CBD NSW
  • Country : AU
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Post Date : 2025-06-18 | Expired Date : 2025-07-18

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