NFL Flag and Community Manager (Australia)
NFL Australia is looking for an NFL Flag and Community Manager to support the management, growth and execution of the NFL Flag participation program across Australia and New Zealand, helping to drive accelerated growth of the program within primary and secondary schools.
The NFL Flag Program Manager is responsible for defining and executing the NFL Flag growth strategy, managing local agencies, reporting, operational management of NFL Flag events (from event creation to execution) and relationship management with the local federation and sporting communities.
As a key member of the team, the successful candidate will have a proven track record of working in the community sports environment, ideally with a background with a professional sports league or club as well as experience managing events from small and intimate to large scale. They should also have a strong knowledge of the Australian and New Zealand sports landscape, enabling the successful candidate to take the growth of Flag Football to new heights.
Responsibilities
Working closely with the NFL Australia General Manager and Director of Business Operations, the successful candidate will:
- Manage and oversee the NFL Flag Football strategy, working close with agency leads to ensure consistent delivery and approach, expanding participation and pathways into the sport across Australia and New Zealand.
- Build and operate all NFL Flag Events across the country.
- Support the set up and execution of an NFL Flag Community League.
- Work closely with NFL partnerships leads and sponsors to create and deliver against flag sponsorship event activations.
- Monitor and report on key events and community performance metrics and research.
Required Qualifications
- 5 or more years of experience in an event or community sports management role
- Sports/Entertainment experience preferred
- A strong team player, comfortable working collaboratively, virtually and independently
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders, both internally and externally
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret insights and data to adapt strategies
- Creative problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused mindset
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in using PowerPoint, Canva, Excel and Word to develop presentations and budgets.
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WHO WE ARE:
NFL Core Values:
- Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
NFL Leadership Attributes:
- Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
- Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
- Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
- Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact
WHO YOU ARE:
Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:
- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset
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